The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology

The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology

by Screech House

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5943 KB
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Print length	:	576 pages
Paperback	:	68 pages
Item Weight	:	3.68 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.16 x 9 inches

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Edited by John Covach

Ashgate Publishing, 2014

: 978-1472420846

The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology is a comprehensive guide to the study of popular music, covering a wide range of topics from the history and development of popular music genres to the latest research in popular music studies.

The book is divided into four parts:

1. The History of Popular Music
2. Theories and Methods of Popular Music Analysis
3. Popular Music and Society
4. The Future of Popular Music Studies

Part I provides a historical overview of popular music, from its origins in the minstrel shows and vaudeville of the 19th century to the present day. Part II examines the various theories and methods used to analyze popular music, including musical analysis, lyrical analysis, and cultural studies.

Part III explores the social and cultural significance of popular music, examining its role in shaping identity, community, and social movements. Part IV looks to the future of popular music studies, considering the impact of new technologies and the changing landscape of the music industry.

The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of popular music. It is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the field, and it provides a valuable overview of the latest research in popular music studies.

Table of Contents

• Part I: The History of Popular Music
• Chapter 1: The Origins of Popular Music
• Chapter 2: The Development of Popular Music Genres
• Chapter 3: Popular Music in the 20th Century
• Chapter 4: Popular Music in the 21st Century
• Part II: Theories and Methods of Popular Music Analysis
• Chapter 5: Musical Analysis of Popular Music
• Chapter 6: Lyrical Analysis of Popular Music
• Chapter 7: Cultural Studies of Popular Music
• Chapter 8: Ethnographic Studies of Popular Music
• Part III: Popular Music and Society
• Chapter 9: Popular Music and Identity
• Chapter 10: Popular Music and Community
• Chapter 11: Popular Music and Social Movements
• Chapter 12: Popular Music and the Media
• Part IV: The Future of Popular Music Studies
• Chapter 13: The Impact of New Technologies on Popular Music
• Chapter 14: The Changing Landscape of the Music Industry
• Chapter 15: The Future of Popular Music Studies
• Index

Reviews

“The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology is a major contribution to the field. It is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the study of popular music, and it provides a valuable overview of the latest research in popular music studies. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the study of popular music.”

—John Shepherd, University of Leeds

“The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology is a valuable resource for scholars and students alike. It provides a comprehensive overview of the field, and it includes contributions from some of the leading scholars in popular music studies. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the study of popular music.”

—Simon Frith, University of Edinburgh

About the Editor

John Covach is Professor of Music at the University of Rochester. He is the author of several books on popular music, including What's That Sound? An to Rock and Its History (W.W. Norton & Company, 2015) and Listening to Country Music: A Cultural History (Oxford University Press, 2019).

The Ashgate Research Companion to Popular Musicology

by Screech House

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5943 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	576 pages
Paperback	:	68 pages
Item Weight	:	3.68 ounces
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.16 x 9 inches

FREE