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The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music Set (Garland Encyclopedia of World Music)
The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music Set - Garland Encyclopedia of World Music Author:Bruno Nettl The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music is the first encyclopedia to tell the complete story of music, culture by culture. Each volume includes an overview of the region, a survey of its musical heritage, traditions and themes; and a description of specific musical genres, practices, and performances. — Music as an expression of art, li... more »fe, and culture
Recognizing music as a vital social and cultural force, each volume of The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music focuses on a single region and examines the role of music in the lives, arts, and culture of its people.
Generously illustrated-and organized for easy access
Articles are illustrated with photographs that show musicians, musical instrument, and the cultural context of dances, rituals, and ceremonies. Drawings, maps, and musical examples in notation also illuminate the coverage. For easy reference, each volume provides an extensive glossary, with special emphasis on non-English terms.
Listen to the music-an audio CD accompanies each volume
Each regional volume of The Garland Encyclopedia of World Music includes an audio CD that provides over one hours of musical examples keyed to the text.
Special features
*Exceptionally strong emphasis on music in a cultural context
*A comprehensive treatment of music cultures that usually are split among multiple national entries
*International musical authorities, including African, Asian, Pacific, South American, Caribbean, European, and North American scholars
*Multidisciplinary scholarship, utilizing the latest research and methodologies
*Timely coverage takes you through the 1990s
*Coverage of popular music, which is often absent from other encyclopedias
*Examination of art music composition throughout the world