Music Across Civilizations: A Global Journey explores how music shapes identity, community, and belonging across time and cultures. Written by Denise Favela Apodaca, the book guides students through diverse musical traditions, from ancient rituals to global contemporary sounds. Through listening activities and cultural reflection, readers discover how music expresses resilience, spirituality, and social change. Designed for world music and introductory music courses, it encourages students to experience music as a shared human story that transcends boundaries.