Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 471 pages
- Published by: W. W. Norton
- Edition: 2nd Edition June 12, 2006
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0393925676
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0393925678
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Book Dimensions:
10.1 x 8 x 0.9 inches
- Weighs: 2.3 pounds
Book Description
W. W. Norton proudly presents
Soundscapes, the first textbook to organize the study of music the way most people encounter itby the roles it plays in their lives and communities. Through a series of illuminating case studies, students learn the basics of music by exploring the social and cultural settings of different "soundscapes"that is, musical traditionsfrom around the world, all of which either migrated to or originated in North America. The text embraces the diverse musical identities, tastes, and sound worlds present in our society and encourages students to participate in the soundscapes that surround them.
About The Author
Kay Kaufman Shelemay is Professor of Music at
Harvard University and past Chair of the Music department. She has published four books and edited the seven-volume
Garland Library of Readings in Ethnomusicology.
Reader Reviews
this textbook didn't come with the CD's -- which are frequently referred to throughout the book, and are essential to the course.
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