
Now in its sixth decade, country music studies is a thriving field of inquiry involving scholars working in the fields of American history, folklore, sociology, anthropology, musicology, ethnomusicology, cultural studies, and geography, among many others. Covering issues of historiography and practice as well as the ways in which the genre interacts with media and social concerns such as class, gender, and sexuality, The Oxford Handbook of Country Music interrogates prevailing narratives, explores significant lacunae in the current literature, and provides guidance for future research. More than simply treating issues that have emerged within this subfield, The Oxford Handbook of Country Music works to connect to broader discourses within the various fields that inform country music studies in an effort to strengthen the area's interdisciplinarity. Drawing upon the expertise of leading and emerging scholars, this Handbook presents an introduction into the historiographical narratives and methodological issues that have emerged in country music studies' first half-century.
This volume investigates the current state and future trajectory of country music studies by examining the historiographical narratives and methodological frameworks that define the field. Edited by Travis D. Stimeling, the handbook synthesizes contributions from a diverse array of scholars across disciplines including musicology, sociology, and American history. The text aims to bridge the gap between specialized research and broader academic discourse, providing a comprehensive overview of how the genre intersects with social issues such as class, gender, and sexuality.
What You Will Find
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Experts recognize this volume as a foundational reference for scholars and students engaging with the interdisciplinary study of country music. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which effectively connects niche musicological research to broader cultural and sociological inquiries.
Page Count:
587
Publication Date:
2017-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190683856
ISBN-13:
9780190683856
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