Music of Malaysia - 2nd Edition

Name: Music of Malaysia - 2nd Edition
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

The Music of MalaysiaThe Classical, Folk and Syncretic Traditions\nAuthor(s): Patricia Matusky, Tan Sooi Beng\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781472465047, 978-1472465047\nSynopsis\nThe Music of Malaysia, first published in Malay in 1997 and followed by an English edition in 2004 is still the only history, appreciation and analysis of Malaysian music in its many and varied forms available in English. The book categorizes the types of music genres found in Malaysian society and provides an overview of the development of music in that country. Analyses of the music are illustrated with many examples transcribed from original field recordings. Genres discussed include theatrical and dance forms, percussion ensembles, vocal and instrumental music and classical music. It is an excellent introduction to and exploration of the country's vibrant musical culture. \n\nThis new, fully revised and updated edition includes time.