Ethnomusicology: Historical and Regional Studies

by Helen Myers (Editor)

A guide to ethnomusicology dealing with the history, scope, theory and methodology of the discipline and the state of study around the world. It is in four parts, pre and post-World War II with state of the art reports and covers ethnography, transcription, ethics, reference aids, analysis of musical style and organology. Specialists on main geographical areas of study are among the contributors.

Genres: Music, Academic

487 pages, Hardcover

First published April 1, 1992

Reviews

[Donovan Foote]

This collection of academic essays is a bit too technical and steeped in semantics for me to enjoy. I'm sure it is a terrific resource for someone pursuing ethnomusicology more professionally.