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Language, the Singer and the Song: The Sociolinguistics of Folk Performance

SKU: 9781107112711

13,570.00

Unravel the deep interplay between language and music in folk performance. This essential read presents a groundbreaking sociolinguistic model for analyzing songs and understanding their communal, participatory nature. Drawing on ethnomusicology, it reveals how shared musical language constructs local communities. It’s a vital resource for Indian students and researchers in linguistics, performance studies, and cultural anthropology eager to explore the sociolinguistics behind India’s rich folk traditions. Gain a new perspective on how song shapes identity and belonging.

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