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Margaret Mehl, "Music and the Making of Modern Japan: Joining the Global Concert" (Open Book, 2024)

New Books in Music

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Cultural Convergence in Japanese Music

This chapter examines the Indianist movement in America and its parallels with Japan's music reform efforts, focusing on the integration of Western and traditional music styles. It highlights the role of the violin as a symbol of Western influence in Japan, exploring how musicians navigated changes in identity and economic realities during this cultural transition. Additionally, it discusses the impact of music education and local figures in Sendai, illustrating how regional concert scenes transformed Japanese society in the early 20th century.

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