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War Dance: Plains Indian Musical Performance
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The Indian Powwow, With Its Colorful War Dance, Is Among The Most Vital Aspects Of American Indian Culture. William Powers Has Witnessed Both The Traditions And Trends In Plains Indian Music And Dance Over The Past Thirty Years, And Here Encapsulates His Long Career In What May Be The First Book That Deals With Plains Indian Musical Culture As A Unit. After Providing Background Material On The Study Of American Indian Music, Powers Gives A Full Description Of The Popular War Dance, Discusses The Powwow As The Context In Which The War Dance Appears, And Describes Associated Dances. While Observing That A Fascination With Panindianism Temporarily Misdirected The Study Of Plains Indian Music And Dance By Focusing Too Sharply On What Many Believed Was A Nationalization Of American Indians, Powers Notes That Individual Tribes Continue To Be Concerned With Maintaining Their Ethnic Identities Through Their Styles Of Music And Dance. In The Balance Of The Book, Powers Offers Essays Describing Plains Songs Available On Disc And Tape, Including Notes On The History And Culture Of Tribes And Some Translations Of Lakota Songs. A Concluding Essay Offers Some Observations Of Why Plains Indian Music And Dance Have Received The Interest They Have And Why They Will Continue To Symbolize A Burgeoning Contemporary American Indian Culturenot Only On The Plains, But In Every Corner Of The World Where American Indians Are Respected, Admired, And Imitated.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'War Dance: Plains Indian Musical Performance'? A: The book focuses on Plains Indian musical culture, particularly the war dance and its significance within the powwow context, exploring traditions and contemporary practices.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is William K. Powers, who has extensive experience in studying Plains Indian music and dance.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the cultural significance of the war dance, the impact of pan-Indianism, and individual tribal identities in music and dance.
- Q: Is this book suitable for those new to American Indian music? A: Yes, the book provides background material that is accessible to newcomers while offering in-depth analysis for those more familiar with the subject.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'War Dance: Plains Indian Musical Performance' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1993.
- Q: Are there translations of songs included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes translations of Lakota songs along with essays on Plains songs available on disc and tape.
- Q: What is the significance of the powwow in the context of this book? A: The powwow is depicted as a vital cultural event where the war dance is performed, serving as a gathering that showcases the richness of Plains Indian music and dance.