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Volume 1, Africa Author: Ruth M Stone Publisher: Garland encyclopedia of world music , v. English View all editions and formats Summary: Explores key themes in African music that have emerged in recent years - a subject usually neglected in country-by-country coverage emphasizes the contexts of musical performance - unlike studies that offer static interpretations isolated from other performing traditions presents the fresh insights and analyses of musicologists and anthropologists of diverse national origins - African, Asian, European, and American.


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Charts the flow and influence of music. The Encyclopedia also charts the musical interchanges that followed the movement of people and ideas across the continent, including: Also includes nine maps and 96 music examples.

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Allow this favorite library to be seen by others Keep this favorite library private. Find a copy in the library Finding libraries that hold this item Ruth M Stone Find more information about: The first volume in the series offering a comprehensive view of African music as a vital part of the social and cultural life of its people.

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    Add to Wish List. Toggle navigation Additional Book Information. Summary Explores key themes in African music that have emerged in recent years-a subject usually neglected in country-by-country coverage emphasizes the contexts of musical performance-unlike studies that offer static interpretations isolated from other performing traditions presents the fresh insights and analyses of musicologists and anthropologists of diverse national origins-African, Asian, European, and American Charts the flow and influence of music.

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    Table of contents Volume 1 1. Central and Southern Areas Brazil: Romero and Judith A. Europe The Music of Europe: The Maghrib North Africa: Overview Andalusian in Morocco: North India Film Music: Structures and Performance Practices Narrative Songs: An Overview Chinese Opera: