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Rock It Come Over: The Folk Music Of Jamaica
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Rock It Come Over Describes The Music And Lore Of Slavery From The Early Sixteenth Century Through Emancipation In 1838 To The Mid Twentieth Century. Lewin Explores The Role Of Music In The Lives Of The Slaves As A Method Of Communication, As A Form Of Resistance And Subversion, As A Repository Of Oral History And Beliefs, And, Ultimately, As A Means Of Survival. The Work Is Based On Decades Of Research Into The Music Sung And Played By The Working People Of Jamaica. Lewin Relates The Music To Traditions That Preserve An African Way Of Life And The Beliefs Of Kumina Queen, Imogene Queenie Kennedy.Rock It Come Over Is The Most Extensive Study Of Jamaican Folk Music Yet Published. It Is Also An Examination Of The Roots Of That Music And A Record Of The Folk Heritage That Is, In Spite Of Many Efforts, Rapidly Retreating Before The Pressures Of Life Today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Rock It Come Over'? A: The book primarily focuses on the music and lore of slavery in Jamaica from the early sixteenth century through emancipation in 1838 and into the mid-twentieth century.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Rock It Come Over'? A: The author of 'Rock It Come Over' is Olive Lewin, who has conducted decades of research into Jamaican folk music.
- Q: What topics are covered in 'Rock It Come Over'? A: The book covers the role of music in the lives of slaves, its use as a form of communication and resistance, and its cultural significance as a repository of oral history and beliefs.
- Q: How many pages is 'Rock It Come Over'? A: The book contains 351 pages.
- Q: What type of binding is used for 'Rock It Come Over'? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Rock It Come Over' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2000.
- Q: Is 'Rock It Come Over' illustrated? A: Yes, 'Rock It Come Over' is an illustrated edition.
- Q: What category does 'Rock It Come Over' fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Caribbean & Latin American.
- Q: What is the condition of the book 'Rock It Come Over'? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Why is 'Rock It Come Over' significant in the study of Jamaican folk music? A: It is considered the most extensive study of Jamaican folk music published to date, examining the roots and cultural heritage of the music.