The Garland handbook of African music
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Author
Contributions
- Stone, Ruth M. - Contributor
Publication
2000 - Garland, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
99,250 words, Guess
Page Count
397 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL44754M
- ISBN-100815334737
- OCLC Control Number41944749
- OCLC Control Numbergarlandhandbooko0000unse
- Library of Congress Control Number99040652
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- Goodreads928015
- LibraryThing3025126
Classifications
- DDC780/.96
- LCCML350 .G54 1999
Alternate Titles
- Garland encyclopedia of world music. Vol. 1, Africa.
Description
"Here in a single paperback volume is a comprehensive set of essays, written by the leading scholars in the field, that explores all aspects of African music. This handbook provides an introduction to the continent and its many musical forms, including a discussion of issues and processes in the study of African music and a number of regional case studies covering North, West, East, Central, and Southern Africa. Popular music in this region is also a focus. Featuring a sixty-minute audio CD, a glossary, and guides to publications, recordings, and films and videos, this volume will serve as an invaluable resource for teachers, students, and general readers interested in African musics."--BOOK JACKET.
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