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World Musics in Context: A Comprehensive Survey of the World's Major Musical Cultures
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Product Description
World Musics in Context is a wide-ranging survey of musics of the world, in their historical and social contexts, from ancient times to the present day. Ethnomusicologist Peter Fletcher begins by describing aspects of musical style and function in relation to the early developments of civilizations. He then goes on to explore, in five parts, music of the ancient world, music of Africa and Asia, European music, North and South American traditions, and music of the modern world. A compendium of information as well as an examination of musical causation and function, this book gives a deeper understanding of the various musical traditions that contribute to the modern, multicultural environment.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #270936 in Books
- Published on: 2004-04-29
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 752 pages
Editorial Reviews
Review
"Peter Fletcher deserves a great deal of credit . . . It is a brave effort . . . a Herculean task . . . World Musics in Context is a great achievement."--Notes
About the Author
Laurence Picken is at Jesus College, Cambridge.
