Auspicious Music in a Changing Society The Dam-Ai Musicians of Nepal - SOAS Musicology Series

Carol Tingey

Hardback (31 Dec 1994)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This is a study of the Damai, the most important caste of musicians in Hindu Nepal. The Damai are a community of musician-tailors who, with shawms, trumpets, drums and cymbals, form instrumental ensembles. The book examines techniques of making and playing the instruments, the status of the Damai, their repertoire, the alterations brought about by modern technology, and their future prospects with the development of urban life.

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Book information

ISBN:	9780728602205
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Imprint:	Routledge
Pub date:	31 Dec 1994
DEWEY:	784.1620095496
DEWEY edition:	20
Language:	English
Number of pages:	284
Weight:	-1g
Height:	280mm