African Music: A People's Art

by Francis Bebey

Overview

Engaging and enlightening, this guide explores African music's forms, musicians, instruments, and place in the life of the people. A discography classified by country, theme, group, and instrument is also included.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781556521287
Publisher:	Chicago Review Press, Incorporated
Publication date:	08/01/1999
Edition description:	Reissue
Pages:	192
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.44(d)

About the Author

Francis Bebey was a Cameroonian artist, a musician who released more than 20 albums over his career, and the author of Agatha Moudio's Son.

Editorial Reviews

A concise, well-illustrated introduction to traditional African music, musicians, and instruments.” —Booklist

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