Garland Encyclopedia of World Music, Volume 6: The Middle East

by Virginia Danielson (Editor), Dwight Reynolds (Editor)

Expert writers present the major traditions of North Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, together with personal accounts of performers, composers, teachers, and ceremonies. A special feature of this volume is the inclusion of dozens of brief snap-shot essays that offer "lifestories" of typical musicmakers and their art, as well as first-person descriptions of specific music performances and events. Also includes maps and music examples.

1212 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 2000