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Music In America: Experiencing Music, Expressing Culture (Global Music Series)
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Music In America Is One Of Several Casestudy Volumes That Can Be Used Along With Thinking Musically, The Core Book In The Global Music Series. Thinking Musically Incorporates Music From Many Diverse Cultures And Establishes The Framework For Exploring The Practice Of Music Around The World. It Sets The Stage For An Array Of Casestudy Volumes, Each Of Which Focuses On A Single Area Of The World. Each Case Study Uses The Contemporary Musical Situation As A Point Of Departure, Covering Historical Information And Traditions As They Relate To The Present.America'S Music Is A Perennial Work In Progress. Music In America Looks At Both The Roots Of American Musical Identity And Its Many Manifestations, Seeking To Answer The Complex Question: What Does American Music Sound Like? Focusing On Three Themesidentity, Diversity, And Unityit Explores Where America'S Music Comes From, Who Makes It, And For What Purpose. Rather Than Chronologically Tracing America'S Musical History, Author Adelaida Reyes Considers How Musical Culture Is Shaped By Space And Time, By Geography And History, By Social, Economic, And Political Factors, And By People Who Use Music To Express Themselves Within A Community. Introducing The Diversity That Dominates The Contemporary American Musical Landscape, Reyes Draws On A Dazzling Range Of Musical Stylesfrom Ethnic And Popular Music Idioms To Contemporary Art Musicto Highlight The Ways In Which Sounds From Various Cultural Origins Come To Share A National Identity.Packaged With A 65Minute Cd Containing Examples Of The Music Discussed In The Book, Music In America Features Guided Listening And Handson Activities That Allow Readers To Become Active Participants In The Music.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Music in America: Experiencing Music, Expressing Culture'? A: The book primarily explores the roots of American musical identity, examining themes of identity, diversity, and unity in the context of America's diverse musical landscape.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Music in America' is Adelaida Reyes, who provides insightful analysis and context regarding American music.
- Q: Does this book come with any additional materials? A: Yes, it is packaged with a 65-minute CD that contains examples of the music discussed in the book, enhancing the reading experience.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the genre of Ethnomusicology, focusing on the study of music within its cultural context.
- Q: How many pages does 'Music in America' have? A: The book has a total of 144 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in music studies? A: Yes, it is designed to be accessible for readers at various levels, making it suitable for beginners as well as more advanced students in music studies.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of 'Music in America' is the PAP/COM edition.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Very Good' condition, indicating it has been well cared for.
- Q: When was 'Music in America' published? A: The book was published on November 4, 2004.
- Q: What kind of activities does the book include for readers? A: The book features guided listening and hands-on activities that encourage readers to engage actively with the music discussed.