Music of the Colonial and Revolutionary Era (American History through Music)
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“Especially recommended for collections with an in-depth American music history or Civil War holding.”–
Book Description
The colonial days of America marked not only the beginnings of a country, but also of a new culture, part of which was the first American music publishers, entrepreneurs, and instrument makers forging musical communities from New England to New Spain. Elements of British, Spanish, German, Scots-Irish, and Native American music all contributed to the many cultures and subcultures of the early nation. While English settlers largely sought to impose their own culture in the new land, the adaptation of native music by Spanish settlers provided an important cultural intersection. The music of the Scots-Irish in the middle colonies planted the seeds of a folk ballad tradition. In New England, the Puritans developed a surprisingly rich--and recreational--musical culture. At the same time, the Regular Singing Movement attempted to reduce the role of the clergy in religious services. More of a cultural examination than a music theory book, this work provides vastly informative narrative chapters on early American music and its role in colonial and Revolutionary culture. Chapter bibliographies, a timeline, and a subject index offer additional resources for readers.
Music of the Colonial and Revolutionary Era (American History through Music)
Music of the Colonial and Revolutionary Era (American History through Music),John Ogasapian,Greenwood Press,0313324352,16th century,17th century,18th century,History,History & Criticism - General,History - General History,Music,Popular Culture - General,Social Science,Social aspects,Sociology,United States,United States - Colonial Period,United States - Revolutionary War,Social Science / Popular Culture
Music of the Colonial and Revolutionary Era (American History through Music)
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