Research Article

A Review on Musical Exoticism the History of Scholarship and Extension of Concept

Qi ShiCentral Conservatory of Music*

* Corresponding author: [email protected]

Abstract

Musical Exoticism has emerged as a significant concept in musicology. The previous research on it has evolved from a narrow focus on foreign musical elements to a much broader view of full-context-exoticism practices. This paper explores this historical development of the scholarship and its implications for interpreting Western music. By examining the transformation of Music Exoticism, the researcher can gain insights in how it has shaped our understanding of Western musical tradition.

Keywords: Exoticism; Orientalism; Musical Devices; Cultural Critique
Published: April 19, 2024
DOI: 10.54254/2753-7064/29/20230572
Volume: CHR Vol.29
pp. 113-117
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