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Songprints: The Musical Experience of Five Shoshone Women (Music in American Life),Used
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Songprints explores the musical lives of Native American women as they navigate a century of cultural change and constancy among the Shoshone of Wyoming's Wind River Reservation. Judith Vander captures the distinct personalities of five generations of Shoshone women as they describe their thoughts, feelings, and attitudes toward their music. Ranging in age from seventy to twenty, the women provide a unique historical perspective on twentiethcentury Wind River Shoshone life.In addition to documenting these oral histories, Vander transcribes and analyzes seventyfive songs that the women singa microcosm of Northern Plains Indian music. As she shows, each woman possesses her own songprint, a repertoire distinctive to her culture, age, and personality, as unique in its configuration as a fingerprint or footprint. Vander places the women's song repertoires in the context of Shoshone social and religious ceremonies as she offers insights into the rise of the Native American Church, the emergence and popularity of the contemporary powwow, and the expanding role of women.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has three hundred seventy-six pages. It offers an in-depth exploration of the musical experiences of Shoshone women.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type is paperback. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Judith Vander. She provides insights into the lives of Shoshone women musicians.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: This book explores themes of cultural change, women's roles in music, and social ceremonies among the Shoshone.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic use? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic use. It is categorized under Ethnomusicology and offers valuable research insights.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is suitable for adults and older teenagers. It addresses complex themes relevant to cultural studies.
- Q: How should this book be stored? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place. Avoid direct sunlight to preserve the cover and pages.
- Q: Can this book be cleaned? A: Yes, the book can be gently wiped with a dry cloth. Avoid using water or cleaning agents to prevent damage.
- Q: Is this book a good choice for beginners in ethnomusicology? A: Yes, this book is a good choice for beginners. It presents engaging narratives and insights into Native American music.
- Q: What is the main focus of this book? A: The main focus is on the musical experiences and cultural significance of five generations of Shoshone women.
- Q: Does this book include song transcriptions? A: Yes, the book includes transcriptions and analyses of seventy-five songs sung by the women.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: This book received the Pauline Alderman Prize and an ASCAP Deems Taylor Award in nineteen eighty-nine.
- Q: What kind of insights does this book provide? A: The book provides insights into the cultural and religious context of Shoshone social ceremonies and the Native American Church.
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- Q: Is there an electronic version of this book available? A: Yes, an electronic version may be available through various online retailers. Check for e-book options.