4 links
China the Beautiful: Beijing Opera
chinapage.org
Sound clips from operatic arias with background information about their history and development.
The Mississippi: River of Song
pbs.org
PBS's Smithsonian Institution series explores contemporary music along the Mississippi, using local bands and artists as case studies. Includes online teacher's guide.
Thomas Hampson: I Hear America Singing
pbs.org
An exploration of American concert song with information about influential composers, poets, writers, artists, ideas and events.
Traditional World Music Recordings
medieval.org
CD recommendations for listening to music from countries including India, Iran, Java and China.