Author: University of the Philippines Center for Ethnomusicology
Publisher: Quezon City : UP Center for Ethnomusicology, 2024.
Format: Book
Price: PhP 300.00 or USD 12.00
"In all these, music's potency as a means of asserting identity and forwarding strong ideas lies in its ability to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers, resonating deeply with individuals and communities alike. Whether through preserving cultural heritage, advocating for social justice, or fostering personal empowerment, music continues to wield immense influence as a tool for expression and transformation. In everyday life, music also serves as a tool for relationship maintenance and emotional expression within interpersonal dynamics. Shared musical experiences strengthen bonds, nurture intimacy, and reinforce social connections. As societies evolve, music remains a dynamic force that shapes and reflects the values, struggles, and aspirations of humanity."
Arwin Q. Tan
Editor-in-Chief
CONTENTS
EDITOR’S NOTES
"Sorry, Goodbye... Evermore?": Beyond Taylor Swift and Mimicry in Moira Dela Torre and Philippine Popular Music / by Paul Gabriel Cosme
Hybridity, Festivalization, and Performance of Teduray Agong Music in Public Expressions of Tri-People Upi Identity / by Rowena Cristina Guevara
Negotiation, Reconciliation, and Relationship Maintenance: The Performative Context of Tëduray Balikata / by Girlie Batapa
REVIEWS
Julio Nakpil (1867-1960): Collected Works, Volumes One and Two / by David J. Kendall
Musika ng Pananakop: Panahon ng Hapon sa Pilipinas, 1942-1945 / by Niccolo Rocamora Vitug