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Music of Latin America and the Caribbean by
The Music of Latin America and the Caribbean is the first text written on the rich musical heritage of this region specifically for the non-music major. The text is arranged by region, focusing on the major countries/regions (Mexico, Brazil, Peru, etc. in Latin America and Jamaica, the Virgin Islands, Haiti, etc. in the Caribbean). In each chapter, the author gives a complete history of the region's music, ranging from classical and classical-influenced styles to folk and traditional music to today's popular music.
Call Number: ML199 .B75ISBN: 9780131839441Publication Date: 2011
From Tejano to Tango by
In this essential book, significant personalities, including Carmen Miranda, are discussed. The scope of the contributors is vast as divergent musical styles such as the Macarena dace craze, Bob Marley's reggae music and the seductive strains of the tango are analyzed.
ISBN: 0203055675Publication Date: 2013-02-01
Reference Books
Garland encyclopedia of world music: Vol 2 -- South America, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean by Call Number: ML100 .G16 1998Publication Date: 1998
World Music: The Rough Guide -- vol 2: Latin and North America, Caribbean, India, Asia and Pacific by Call Number: ML102.W67 W67 1999 v.2Publication Date: 2000
