- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: Jacana Media (September 28, 2005)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1770090460
- ISBN-13: 978-1770090460
The traditional music of black South Africa, and particularly its
presence in ceremonies and rituals such as initiation and divination, is
explored in this work. Through parallel chapters designed to facilitate
comparisons between various musical cultures, the text identifies the
primary black language groups of South Africa and provides their
physical location within the country, the tribes and clans that live in
each region, and a brief history. Numerous forms of music are examined,
grouped according to the musical instruments played or by performance
style—communal and solo music, songs with lyrics, and songs with dances.
A sampling of musical scores, a look at well-known soloists or bands
who embody the traditional music, and an accompanying CD will help
readers more fully experience the highly individualized sounds and
musical styles of this region.
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