Excursions in World Music

Name: Excursions in World Music
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ISBN: 9780132306324

ISBN-10: 0132306328

ISBN-13: 9780132306324

Edition: 2nd 1997

Authors: Bruno Nettl, Charles Capwell

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This dynamic introductory book takes readers on a vivid exploration into the major musical cultures of the world by first presenting a lively vignette of a musical occasion, and then placing that occasion in the context of a general description of the society and musical culture. KEY TOPICS The book divides the world into ten major culture areas- and devotes a chapter to each, exploring the musical cultures of such fascinating lands as India, the Middle East, Indonesia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America. The presentation features a synthetic treatment of musical life and ideas about music, musical style, music history, and musical instruments; briefly describes additional musical genres…

Book details

List price: $55.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 1997
Publisher: Prentice Hall PTR
Publication date: 10/9/1996
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 340
Size: 6.94" wide x 9.15" long x 0.68" tall
Weight: 1.188
Language: English



List of Recordings


Preface


Introduction


Studying Musics of the World's Cultures Bruno Nettl Our Purpose


Presenting the World of Music Notes on the "Marriage of Figaro"


Certain Basic Assumptions Universals of Music Musical Change, Transmission, and History Musical


Instruments Why Different Cultures Have Different Kinds of Music


The Field of Ethnomusicology Bibliography


The Music of India Charles Capwell Attending a Music Conference in Calcutta Roots


The Karnatak Recital and Types of Pieces Instruments


The Realm of Indian Music Prospects Bibliography Discography


Music of the Middle East Bruno Nettl Concerts in Tehran Musical and Cultural Values


Middle Eastern Culture and History Melody and Rhythm Ways of Making Music Bibliography Discography


The Music of China


The Contemporary Scene Instrumental Performance at a Teahouse in Shanghai The Qin and Its Music


The Pipa and Its Music Prominent Features in Culture and Music Regional Styles Bibliography Discography


The Music of Japan


Performance in Tokyo Theater Music&n