Representing African Music by Kofi Agawu
Postcolonial Notes, Queries, Positions
The book critically examines the ways in which African music has been represented and understood in Western scholarship. It challenges prevailing stereotypes and misconceptions, arguing for a more nuanced and culturally sensitive approach to the study of African music. The author emphasizes the importance of considering indigenous perspectives and methodologies, advocating for a shift away from Eurocentric frameworks. Through a detailed analysis, the book seeks to deconstruct colonial legacies in musicology and promote a more equitable and authentic representation of African musical traditions.
- Published
- 2003
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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