About the book
Whilst Contemporary Worship Music arose out of a desire to relate the music of the church to the music of everyday life, this function can quickly be called into question by the diversity of musical lives present in contemporary society. Mark Porter examines the relationship between individuals’ musical lives away from a Contemporary Worship Music environment and their diverse experiences of music within it, presenting important insights into the complex and sometimes contradictory relationships between congregants’ musical lives within and outside of religious worship. Through detailed ethnographic investigation Porter challenges common evangelical ideals of musical neutrality, suggesting the importance of considering musical tastes and preferences through an ethical lens. He employs cosmopolitanism as an interpretative framework for understanding the dynamics of diverse musical communities, positioning it as a stronger alternative to common assimilationist and multiculturalist models.
Editions of Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives
- EBook
- ISBN 9781315451275
- PDF
- ISBN 9781315451282
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Whilst Contemporary Worship Music arose out of a desire to relate the music of the church to the music of everyday life, this function can quickly be called into question by the diversity of musical lives present in contemporary society. Mark Porter examines the relationship between individuals’ musical lives away from a Contemporary Worship Music environment and their diverse experiences of music within it, presenting important insights into the complex and sometimes contradictory relationships between congregants’ musical lives within and outside of religious worship. Through detailed ethnographic investigation Porter challenges common evangelical ideals of musical neutrality, suggesting the importance of considering musical tastes and preferences through an ethical lens. He employs cosmopolitanism as an interpretative framework for understanding the dynamics of diverse musical communities, positioning it as a stronger alternative to common assimilationist and multiculturalist models.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives about?
Whilst Contemporary Worship Music arose out of a desire to relate the music of the church to the music of everyday life, this function can quickly be called into question by the diversity of musical lives present in contemporary society. Mark Porter examines the relationship between individuals’ musical lives away from a Contemporary Worship Music environment and their diverse experiences of music within it, presenting important insights into the complex and sometimes contradictory relationships between congregants’ musical lives within and outside of religious worship. Through detailed ethnographic investigation Porter challenges common evangelical ideals of musical neutrality, suggesting the importance of considering musical tastes and preferences through an ethical lens. He employs cosmopolitanism as an interpretative framework for understanding the dynamics of diverse musical communities, positioning it as a stronger alternative to common assimilationist and multiculturalist models.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives?
The Arts > Music
Where can I read a sample of Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781315451275
Is Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Congregational Music Studies Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives?
Mark Porter
Who is the Publisher of the book Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Contemporary Worship Music and Everyday Musical Lives is available as ebook(ISBN 9781315451275) and pdf(ISBN 9781315451282)