Introduction to Sociology of Music

Author: Zeng Suojin
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Publish Date: 2003-07-16
Features: The book features a novel and distinctive structure, clear and fluent presentation, in-depth and comprehensive discussions, and rich independent insights. It is dedicated to the discipline construction of music sociology in China, striving to reflect the Chinese characteristics of this field. In Chapter, it categorically introduces music sociological views from ancient to modern times, both at home and abroad, with extensive references and abundant materials, providing a wealth of information. Chapter 2 discusses the research objects, disciplinary structure, disciplinary functions, and research methods of Chinese music sociology, which is one of the key points of the book. Another significant feature of the book is its practicality. The author also strives to avoid vague and unfounded rhetoric, instead focusing on integrating theory with practice. This is particularly evident in chapters such as "Audience Theory," "Communication Theory," "Popular Music Theory," and "Commodity Theory" in the field of social music.