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Japanese Music Study

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Gagaku is music traditionally played in the Japanese imperial courts of long ago. Learners listen to this and other traditional Japanese music to gain an understanding of culture and music history. They work to identify Japanese instruments and musical styles. Note: Music is not included.

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japanese culture, japan, music history

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japanese culture, japanese music, music history, music study, japanese instruments, gagaku, imperial court music, social studies
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3rd - 5th
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Social Studies & History
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