The Garland Handbook of African Music

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The Garland Handbook of African Music is written by Ruth M. Stone and published by Taylor & Francis. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0815334737 (ISBN 10) and 9780815334736 (ISBN 13).

"Here in a single paperback volume is a comprehensive set of essays, written by the leading scholars in the field, that explores all aspects of African music. This handbook provides an introduction to the continent and its many musical forms, including a discussion of issues and processes in the study of African music and a number of regional case studies covering North, West, East, Central, and Southern Africa. Popular music in this region is also a focus. Featuring a sixty-minute audio CD, a glossary, and guides to publications, recordings, and films and videos, this volume will serve as an invaluable resource for teachers, students, and general readers interested in African musics."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved