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The Banjo: An African Gift to American Music
Year
2019
Language
ENGLISH
Duration
27m
Rating
TVPG
Performers
Anthony Seeger
Directed By
The Great Courses
Publication Information
The Great Courses
Summary
Follow the story of the banjo, a musical instrument whose development is intertwined with larger American themes of slavery, conflict, struggle, ingenuity, and musical inventiveness. Plus, learn how musical instruments change shape and sound, and deepen your understanding of the ways we interpret cultural and musical ownership today.