Nordic Folk - Couverture souple

Baker, Maher Asaad

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 3384361156 ISBN 13 : 9783384361158

Editeur : Maher Asaad Baker, 2024

Synopsis

If there is anything that can be said to define the music scene in the Nordic countries, it is that it is tremendously diverse, something that this engaging and informative guide to Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Iceland's folk music will demonstrate. After reading this book, the readers will be able to dance on the violins of Hardanger fiddle or listen to the otherworldly lyrics of the Icelandic ballads. Learn the background and the role of the folk music of the Nordic countries, being introduced to the genuine musical and percussion instruments, singing techniques, and dances of the region. Discover how these traditions develop both in the colourful examples, leading personalities, and performances which proved the fact of the continents' spirit and creativity in folk music life. Regardless of whether one is a fan of music, a student of history, or just plain bored with popular music of the current trend, the compilation album "Nordic Folk" opens a window into the past and present of northern folk music. From the detailed information about every performer and his or her work to the conceptional analyses and outlooks on the further development of folk music this book is a gold mine for everyone interested in the songs and tales of North-Europa. Find out what people from the North are singing about and witness the eternal beauty of the folk vocals.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Maher Asaad Baker
• Date d'édition: 2024
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 3384361156
• ISBN 13: 9783384361158
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 232
• Coordonnées du fabricant: tredition GmbH; gpsr@tredition.com; ; Heinz-Beusen-Stieg 5; Ahrensburg; 22926; Allemagne