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The Nine Ethnomusicologists Who Contributed To This Volume Present A Diverse Range Of Views, Approaches, And Methodologies That Address Indigenous Peoples, Immigrants, And Marginalized Communities. Discussing Participatory Action Research, Social Justice, Empowerment, And Critical Race Theory In Relation To Ethnomusicology, De-colonization, Heritage, And Advocacy Is The Second Of Three Paperback Volumes Derived From The Original Oxford Handbook Of Applied Ethnomusicology. The Handbook Can Be Understood As An Applied Ethnomusicology Project: As A Medium Of Getting To Know The Thoughts And Experiences Of Global Ethnomusicologists, Of Enriching General Knowledge And Understanding About Ethnomusicologies And Applied Ethnomusicologies In Various Parts Of The World, And Of Inspiring Readers To Put The Accumulated Knowledge, Understanding, And Skills Into Good Use For The Betterment Of Our World.
This volume investigates the intersection of ethnomusicological practice with social justice, indigenous rights, and the decolonization of academic and cultural heritage. Editors Jeff Titon and Svanibor Pettan compile contributions from nine scholars who examine how music research can serve as a tool for empowerment and advocacy. The text argues that ethnomusicology must evolve beyond descriptive analysis to engage directly with the political and social realities of marginalized communities through participatory action research.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts recognize this volume as a significant contribution to the applied turn in ethnomusicology, noting its utility for scholars interested in the intersection of music and social activism. Readers frequently highlight the academic density of the prose and the practical applicability of the research methodologies presented.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190885742
ISBN-13:
9780190885748
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