What does world folk music mean?

World folk music refers to the music form with national characteristics that originated from all over the world. These music forms usually represent local culture, history, customs and values, and provide people with a window to understand different national cultures. The styles and characteristics of the world's national music are extremely rich and colorful, from Indian Kayaqin music to inspiring music in Africa, all of them can show their unique forms of expression.

World folk music is different from pop music or classical music. They are not just forms of entertainment or artistic expression. These music are rich in social, psychological and cultural connotations, and are often closely related to local culture and folk customs. At the same time, these music are also an important means for people of all ethnic groups to maintain traditional culture and cope with cultural shocks.

With the globalization and informatization of modern society, the world folk music is more widely accepted and loved by people. We can feel the cultural characteristics and folk customs of different nationalities from music, which is also better expressed through music. Therefore, the spread and development of world folk music also makes it easier for us to understand and exchange different cultures and enhance mutual understanding and respect of human beings.