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Our Musical Heritage
From "Yankee Doodle" to Carnegie Hall, Broadway, and the Hollywood Sound Stage
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Exploring America's diverse musical heritage, this book highlights the significance of classical music, jazz, and musical theater in shaping the nation's identity. It introduces key figures like Francis Hopkinson and John Philip Sousa, emphasizing their contributions to American music. The evolution of jazz, characterized by improvisation and swing, is examined alongside the rich tapestry of musical theater influenced by various cultural traditions. Aimed at inspiring younger generations, this journey encourages readers to embrace and rediscover the profound legacy of American music.
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Our Musical Heritage, Marke Evans
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- Title
- Our Musical Heritage
- Subtitle
- From "Yankee Doodle" to Carnegie Hall, Broadway, and the Hollywood Sound Stage
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marke Evans
- Publisher
- Cultural Conservation
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 520
- ISBN13
- 9780984767991
- Category
- Music
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- Exploring America's diverse musical heritage, this book highlights the significance of classical music, jazz, and musical theater in shaping the nation's identity. It introduces key figures like Francis Hopkinson and John Philip Sousa, emphasizing their contributions to American music. The evolution of jazz, characterized by improvisation and swing, is examined alongside the rich tapestry of musical theater influenced by various cultural traditions. Aimed at inspiring younger generations, this journey encourages readers to embrace and rediscover the profound legacy of American music.