Music Sociology
Examining the Role of Music in Social Life
By Jan-Martijn Meij, Meghan Probstfield, Sara Towe Horsfall | Publisher: Taylor and Francis
About the book
Music Sociology explores 16 different genres to demonstrate that music everywhere reflects social values, organisational processes, meanings and individual identity. Presenting original ethnographic research, the contributors use descriptions of subcultures to explain the concepts of music sociology, including the rituals that link people to music, the past and each other. Music Sociology introduces the sociology of music to those who may not be familiar with it and provides a basic historical perspective on popular music in America and beyond.
Editions of Music Sociology
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- ISBN 9781317255833
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- ISBN 9781317255840
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Music Sociology explores 16 different genres to demonstrate that music everywhere reflects social values, organisational processes, meanings and individual identity. Presenting original ethnographic research, the contributors use descriptions of subcultures to explain the concepts of music sociology, including the rituals that link people to music, the past and each other. Music Sociology introduces the sociology of music to those who may not be familiar with it and provides a basic historical perspective on popular music in America and beyond.
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What is Music Sociology about?
Music Sociology explores 16 different genres to demonstrate that music everywhere reflects social values, organisational processes, meanings and individual identity. Presenting original ethnographic research, the contributors use descriptions of subcultures to explain the concepts of music sociology, including the rituals that link people to music, the past and each other. Music Sociology introduces the sociology of music to those who may not be familiar with it and provides a basic historical perspective on popular music in America and beyond.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Music Sociology?
Society and Social Sciences > Sociology and anthropology > Sociology
Where can I read a sample of Music Sociology?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317255833
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Music Sociology?
Jan-Martijn Meij, Meghan Probstfield, Sara Towe Horsfall
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Music Sociology is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317255833) and pdf(ISBN 9781317255840)