Papago Music

By Frances Densmore

Book Overview

Papago Music is a book written by Frances Densmore that explores the traditional music of the Papago people, also known as the Tohono O'odham tribe, who live in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. The book provides a comprehensive study of the music of this indigenous group, including their songs, dances, and musical instruments. Densmore, a renowned ethnomusicologist, spent several years studying the music of the Papago people in the early 20th century, and her research is presented in this book. The book includes detailed descriptions of the various musical forms of the Papago people, including ceremonial songs, lullabies, love songs, and war chants. It also provides information on the cultural significance of the music, as well as the role of music in Papago society. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the music and culture of indigenous peoples, as well as for scholars and researchers in the field of ethnomusicology.An Interesting Study Of The Music Of The Papagos.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142863715X
• ISBN13: 9781428637153
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.89 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"