Title
A House In Bali
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This Is A Book About Passion, Obsession And Discovery In An Amazing Land, But Also About The Voyage Of A Highly Talented Composer And Writer.A House In Bali Remains One Of The Most Remarkable Books Ever Written About The Fabled Island Of Bali. This Classic Book Tells The Story Of Balinese Culture Through A History Of Balinese Music.First Published In 1947, It Tells The Story Of The Writer And Composer Colin Mcphee'S (190064) Obsession With A Music Once Unknown To The West, And Of His Journey To Bali To Experience It Firsthand. In 1929, The Young Canadian Born Musician Chanced Upon Rare Gramophone Recordings Of Balinese Gamelan Music Which Were To Change His Life Forever. From That Moment, He Lived For The Day When He Could Set Foot On The Island Where The Clear, Metallic Music Originated. He Was Able To Realize His Dreams And Spent Almost A Decade There During The 1930'S. Music Of Bali And Dance, As Mcphee Discovered To His Delight, Are Second Nature To The Balinese, And His Subsequent Writings And Compositions Proved Seminal In Popularizing Balinese Gamelan Music In The West.In A House In Bali, Mcphee Unfolds A Beguiling Picture Of A Society Long Established, Staggeringly Poor In Western Terms, But Rich Beyond Belief In Spiritual Values And Joy. The Young Composer Writes About His Discoveries Of Music In Bali And Growing Understanding Of An Astonishing Culture Where The Arts Are A Prime Preoccupation, And Of The Arts, Music Is Supreme. Much Has Been Written On Bali, But This Classic Work From 1947 Remains The Only Narrative By A Western Musician.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'A House in Bali' about? A: 'A House in Bali' is a book by Colin McPhee that explores Balinese culture through the lens of music. It details the author's journey as he becomes obsessed with Balinese gamelan music and his experiences living in Bali.
- Q: Who is the author of 'A House in Bali'? A: The author of 'A House in Bali' is Colin McPhee, a Canadian composer and writer known for his work in ethnomusicology and his contributions to the understanding of Balinese music.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'A House in Bali' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'A House in Bali' first published? A: 'A House in Bali' was first published in 1947.
- Q: What are the key themes in 'A House in Bali'? A: Key themes of 'A House in Bali' include passion, cultural discovery, and the significance of music in Balinese society.
- Q: How many pages does 'A House in Bali' have? A: 'A House in Bali' consists of 224 pages.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'A House in Bali' falls under the category of ethnomusicology, focusing on the study of music within its cultural context.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in music? A: Yes, 'A House in Bali' is particularly suitable for readers interested in music, culture, and the arts, especially those curious about Balinese music.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'A House in Bali' is listed as being in acceptable condition.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'A House in Bali' is a bilingual edition.