The Classical, Folk and Syncretic Traditions
Hardback
Publication Date: 23/04/2004
A history, appreciation and analysis of Malaysian music in its many and varied forms. First published in Malay in 1997, this is a revised and updated edition in English. The book categorizes the types of music genres found in Malaysian society and provides an overview of the development of music in that country. Analyses of the music are illustrated with many examples transcribed from original field recordings. Genres discussed include theatrical and dance forms, percussion ensembles, vocal and instrumental music and classical music. The book is an introduction to and exploration of the country's vibrant musical culture.
- ISBN:
- 9780754608318
- 9780754608318
- Category:
- Non-Western music: traditional & "classical"
- Format:
- Hardback
- Publication Date:
- 23-04-2004
- Publisher:
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Country of origin:
- United Kingdom
- Pages:
- 494
- Dimensions (mm):
- 234x156x38mm
- Weight:
- 0.45kg
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