Experiencing Jewish music in America : a listener's companion /
Tina Fr�uhauf.
- xix, 192 pages ; 24 cm.
- The listener's companion .
- Listener's companion. .
Includes bibliographical references (pages 175-178), discography (pages 179-181) and index.
Sounds of the synagogue -- Seasoned with song: at home and at the Jewish table -- The Yiddish stage -- On the silver screen -- Fiddling on Broadway -- On the concert stage: classical music and the Jewish experience -- Jews who rock the stage -- Pubs and clubs -- Beyond a single venue: klezmer everywhere.
Experiencing Jewish Music in America offers an accessible exploration of the remarkably diverse landscape that comprises Jewish music in the U.S. This survey on the art of listening to this dynamic and diverse musical culture invites listeners from all walks of life to enjoy the many types of Jewish music available in their communities.
9781442258396 144225839X
2017053148
Jews--History and criticism.--United States--Music Music--History and criticism.--United States Jews--Music.