Cheyenne And Arapaho Music - Frances Densmore - Bog

""Cheyenne and Arapaho Music: Southwest Museum Papers No. Ten"" is a comprehensive study of the traditional music of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Native American tribes. Written by Frances Densmore, a prominent ethnomusicologist of the early 20th century, this book explores the history, culture, and musical traditions of these two tribes. The book begins with a brief overview of the Cheyenne and Arapaho people, their migration patterns, and the role of music in their daily lives. Densmore then delves into the specifics of their musical traditions, including the types of instruments used, the structure of their songs, and the meanings behind their lyrics. Throughout the book, Densmore provides detailed transcriptions of traditional songs, along with analysis of their musical structure and cultural significance. She also includes numerous photographs and illustrations of musical instruments, dance performances, and other aspects of Cheyenne and Arapaho culture. Overall, ""Cheyenne and Arapaho Music"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American music and culture. It offers a unique glimpse into the musical traditions of two important tribes, and provides a deeper understanding of the role that music has played in their history and daily lives.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.