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NOVA: What Is Music?

Nova (1989)

Documentary | United States

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SEASON: 16

EPISODE: 18 - What Is Music?

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East and West came into direct conflict over trade and power in the 19th century. The West won. NOVA explores how Japan was later able to master Western methods, while China was not. Part three of a four part series.

RUNTIME: 55 min

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