The music of Italy is known for its lively rhythms and emotional melodies. This rich tradition of Italian music has been under-represented in the “world music” genre – until now! Each chapter in this book focuses on a particular region of Italy. Readers learn the history, cultural influences, and instruments of each area. While some of the songs featured were originally performed on instruments such as flute, mandolin, or bagpipes, they appear as guitar arrangements for the first time here.