TANJORE COURT TO THE MADRAS MUSIC ACADEMY: A SOCIAL HISTORY OF MUSIC IN SOUTH INDIA

Print length: 232 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication date: 24 January 2011

Name: TANJORE COURT TO THE MADRAS MUSIC ACADEMY: A SOCIAL HISTORY OF MUSIC IN SOUTH INDIA
SKU: 9780198071907
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SKU: 9780198071907

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Explore the captivating journey of South Indian music in “Tanjore Court to the Madras Music Academy.” This book offers a unique social history, charting the evolution of traditional music from the regal Tanjore courts to the vibrant concert halls of Madras. Discover the creation of a modern classical tradition, the institutional development, and the profound questions of identity and imagination shaped by colonial and postcolonial India. The updated second edition features a new introduction and highlights the importance of interdisciplinary research. Perfect for musicologists, historians, and anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of South India, this essential read from The Bookish Owl provides deep insights into a dynamic art form. Delve into the history and understand the forces that shaped one of India’s most cherished musical traditions.

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