African music : a people's art / Francis Bebey ; translated by Josephine Bennett.
| Author/creator | Bebey, Francis |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 1st U.S. edition. |
| Publication Info | New York : L. Hill, 1975. |
| Description | vii, 184 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Uniform title | Musique de l'Afrique. English |
| Contents | Expression of life -- The African musician -- The musical instruments. Stringed instruments ; Wind and air instruments ; Keyboard instruments ; Lithophones ; Drums ; The human voice -- The music. |
| Abstract | Engaging and enlightening, this guide explores African music's forms, musicians, instruments, and place in the life of the people. A discography classified by country, theme, group, and instrument is also included. |
| Local note | Little-95819 --305130036075X |
| General note | Translation of Musique de l'Afrique. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references, discography (pages 149-184). |
| LCCN | 74009348 |
| ISBN | 0882080512 : |
| ISBN | 0882080504 (pbk. :) |