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Traditional Musical Instruments of Southern Italy

Traditional Musical Instruments of Southern Italy

Marisi, Rossella

Hardcover

Music Instruction: GeneralWorld Music

Publisher Price: $45.00

ISBN10: 1966214189
ISBN13: 9781966214182
Publisher: Common Ground Research Networks
Published: Jun 5 2025
Pages: 228
Weight: 1.34
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Southern Italy's traditional musical instruments come to life in this comprehensive study of ethno-organology. Tracing their origins from pre-Christian times through the accounts of early travelers, the book reveals how instruments-idiophones like sistra and rattles, membranophones including frame and friction drums, chordophones such as the colascione, and aerophones from straight flutes to the diatonic accordion-embody the unique cultural identity of each region. By examining construction techniques, performance contexts, and stylistic evolutions, the author illuminates the migration, classification, and enduring relevance of these instruments. Interwoven with myths, rites, and historical events, each entry highlights the instruments' role in communal expression and mythic narrative. Essential for scholars and enthusiasts alike, this volume not only enriches understanding of Southern Italian musical heritage but also offers fresh insights into humanity's collective musical legacy. Featuring illustrations and case studies, this volume bridges academic rigor and accessible storytelling, inviting discovery of Southern Italy's living musical traditions.

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