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Drums Echoed

Rebecca Murphy

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Editora: Publifye

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Drums Echoed unveils the profound role of drums, exploring how they transcended mere musical instruments to shape societies. Delving into drumming traditions worldwide, the book reveals how drums served as vital tools for long-distance communication, strategic assets in warfare, and central components of spiritual rituals.

 
Discover how sophisticated signaling systems using drums developed in African societies allowed for rapid information transmission, and how war drums instilled both fear in enemies and courage in warriors. Examining historical accounts and ethnomusicological research, the book illustrates the evolution of drumming practices across diverse regions. It begins by introducing the physics of sound and drum construction before detailing the evolution of drumming traditions across Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

 
Specific case studies highlight the drum's role in battles, ceremonies, and community gatherings. Ultimately, Drums Echoed argues that drums acted as a fundamental technology fostering social cohesion and cultural expression. By connecting musicology, anthropology, and history, the book offers a holistic understanding, concluding with the enduring legacy of these traditions in modern music.
Disponível desde: 03/03/2025.
Comprimento de impressão: 61 páginas.

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