Early Tribal Music

Rebecca Murphy

Traduttore A Ai

Casa editrice: Publifye

Sinossi

Early Tribal Music explores the foundational role of indigenous musical traditions in shaping early human societies. It argues that music was not mere entertainment, but a vital component of spiritual, social, and healing practices. The book investigates the origins and evolution of musical instruments, revealing how early cultures ingeniously crafted devices from natural materials, viewing them as extensions of the human voice.

 
Furthermore, it examines how the development of rhythmic traditions facilitated social cohesion, emotional expression, and even altered states of consciousness, deeply interwoven with daily life and rituals. The book progresses by initially examining archaeological evidence of early instrument construction, then moves to the significance of rhythmic patterns, and finally investigates music's role in spiritual and social gatherings.

 
By drawing on archaeological findings, ethnomusicological studies, and anthropological research, Early Tribal Music highlights how music acted as a marker of cultural identity, facilitated memory and learning, and mediated between the physical and spiritual realms. This exploration offers invaluable insights into human cognition, social organization, and the development of culture itself, making it essential for those interested in the deep roots of human experience.

Disponibile da: 29/03/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 60 pagine.

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