Chant the Names of God: Musical Culture in BhojpuriSpeaking India,Used

Chant the Names of God: Musical Culture in BhojpuriSpeaking India,Used

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Presented in this volume are the results of anthropological and ethnomusicological field research into the roles and meanings of music in village life in the Bhojpurispeaking area of India (eastern Uttar Pradesh and western Bihar). In describing the main occasions of which music is an important part, such as weddings, births, and mother goddess worship, 'Chant the Names of God' shows how music responds to its social and cultural contexts. Transliterations and translations of over one hundred texts are included, along with musical transcriptions of representative songs, and photographs of musical performances. Originally published in 1988.

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  • Q: What is the main focus of 'Chant the Names of God'? A: The book explores the roles and meanings of music in village life in the Bhojpuri-speaking regions of India, specifically examining occasions such as weddings, births, and mother goddess worship.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Chant the Names of God' is Edward O. Henry.
  • Q: What type of research is presented in this volume? A: The volume presents findings from anthropological and ethnomusicological field research.
  • Q: What types of texts are included in the book? A: The book includes transliterations and translations of over one hundred texts, along with musical transcriptions of representative songs.
  • Q: What kind of condition is the book in? A: The book is categorized as a used book in good condition, but the item condition is labeled as acceptable.
  • Q: When was 'Chant the Names of God' originally published? A: The book was originally published in 1988.
  • Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'Chant the Names of God' is paperback.
  • Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 322 pages.
  • Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Folk & Traditional.
  • Q: Is there any visual content included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes photographs of musical performances.

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