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Routledge Stereo: Comparative Music Sociology Study Book

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Explore the sociological differences between French and British perspectives on popular music with this academic text from Routledge. Part of the Ashgate Popular and Folk Music Series, this book examines how the definition of 'popular music' varies across borders. In France, the concept has been a subject of intense debate and contestation. In contrast, the British and broader Anglo-Saxon world view popular music as a standard description for leisure activities and music industry consumption. This study provides insight into how academics approach the field. It highlights how French researchers have spent decades studying British and American musical trends. By comparing these two distinct cultural approaches, the book offers a deep look at how music is perceived, studied, and categorized within different social frameworks. This is an essential resource for students and scholars interested in the sociology of music and the cultural distinctions between European and Anglo-Saxon academic traditions.

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Part of the Ashgate Popular and Folk Music Series for specialized academic study.

Provides a comparative analysis of sociological perspectives in France and Britain.

Examines the historical debate regarding the definition of popular music in French culture.

Analyzes how the Anglo-Saxon world views music as a form of leisure and industry.

Offers academic insights into how French researchers study British and American music.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
23 December 2010
Listed Since
26 August 2010

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