About Music of Tibet
Music of Tibet is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Central Asia.
From Wikipedia
The music of Tibet reflects the cultural heritage of the trans-Himalayan region centered in Tibet, but also known wherever Indigenous Tibetan groups are found in Nepal, Bhutan, India and further abroad. The religious music of Tibet reflects the profound influence of Tibetan Buddhism on the culture.
The new-age 'singing bowl' music marketed in the West as 'Tibetan music' is of 1970s US origin.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Music of Tibet.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Music of Tibet?
Music of Tibet is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of music of Central Asia.