Thinking Musically (04) by Wade, Bonnie C [Paperback (2003)]

by Bonnie C. Wade

Thinking Musically (04) by Wade, Bonnie C [Paperback (2003)]

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published September 18, 2003

Reviews

[📚 Alana (professional book nerd)]

Read for school (textbook)
Didn’t enjoy much tbh

[Ietrio · Rating 1 out of 5]

A book on everything music related, hence all aspects are badly presented.

[Farida El-gueretly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I REALLY enjoyed this book. It ranges from all aspects of ethnomusicology, from understanding music from the perspective of instruments, pitch and rhythm. It also took very thought-provoking examples from many different cultures to illustrate concepts. Its also very hands-on, accompanied by a CD that she refers to throughout the book, as well as activities for the reader. This is a manual for the ambitious to-be ethnomusicologist.

[Michael Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very nice book about the differences in how music is expressed, performed, written, and structured in various world cultures. Particularly interesting were the sections describing representations of time, pitch, rhythm, etc. Academic bent, but accessible.

[Gabby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Describes the elements of music, but takes it out of the typical euro-centric, classical music context. Prepares you for experiencing music from a variety of cultures and traditions.

[Emily Olsen · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was required reading for a World Music class and I really enjoyed reading it. The author had a fun way of teaching us about music from different cultures.