In this lesson, we explore the origins and significance of music, highlighting its evolution from simple forms like chanting and drumming to complex orchestral compositions. Music is categorized into three basic types: Western art music, folk music, and popular music. Western art music, often called classical music, is characterized by its sophistication and association with the cultural elite, while folk music represents a communal process of creation, evolving over time within specific ethnic groups and typically transmitted orally. This distinction emphasizes the diverse nature of music as a compelling art form that has been integral to human expression for centuries.