Essays on Music and History in Africa

Author:   Klaus P. Wachsmann
Publisher:   Northwestern University Press
ISBN:  

9780810139596


Pages:   280
Publication Date:   30 October 2018
Format:   Paperback
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This classic ethnomusicological survey provides as a valuable guide to African music. The essays review a broad swath of genres and topics, including court songs and music history, musical instruments in different traditions, and the connection between Islam and African music. Contributors are Lois Ann Anderson, John Blacking, Philip J. C. Dark, David M. Dixon, Akin Euba, John D. Fage, Matthew Hill, A. M. Jones, Percival R. Kirby, J. H. Kwabena Nketia, Gilbert Rouget, David K. Rycroft, and Klaus P. Wachsmann.

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Author:   Klaus P. Wachsmann
Publisher:   Northwestern University Press
Imprint:   Northwestern University Press
Weight:   0.372kg
ISBN:  

9780810139596


ISBN 10:   0810139596
Pages:   280
Publication Date:   30 October 2018
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock   Availability explained
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Klaus P. Wachsmann (1907-1984) was an ethnomusicologist considered a pioneer in the traditional music of Africa. He taught at UCLA and Northwestern University.

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