MUS 110 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Cultural Hegemony, The Emerald Isle, Great Highland Bagpipe
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In this chapter in the book, the historical aspects of the music are more emphasized. But also, the west is arguably more concerned with its history/the connection between history and music. One person leads (the conductor), whereas in other countries, the people come together and play as a whole. Also, pay attention to the reception of the music. Under a system of patronage, through the wealth of the church and kings and queens. About regular people who aren"t connected to the church or the court. The people carry the legacy of this music. Arabic influence (thanks to spain being so close to the middle east) Paco de lucia - virtuoso, guitar player (plays with a vocalist that sings like someone singing a call to prayer would) Europe considers itself one culture, but it"s very diverse. Known for the running of the bulls . There are many sub genres in the flamenco genre. Including alegria (meaning joy) and buleria (meaning parody)
