Excerpt from The Musical Instruments of the Incas
The entire absence Of drums and the large number Of flutes in the prehistoric Peruvian collections in museums would seem ti support this claim in Peru were it not for the fact that numerous pottery vessels decorated with figures in the act Of beating the drum are found with mummies in the ancient graves. (see Plates I and II.)
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the musical instruments of the Incas, drawing from extensive research of museum collections and archaeological excavations. It references the accounts and observations of early European explorers and writers to provide a rich historical context for the instruments. The author utilizes physical evidence and artistic representations to analyze the instrument's construction, materials, usage, and their role in Inca culture. This book delves deep into the musical traditions of the Inca civilization. Through meticulous research, the author sheds light on the role of sound and rhythm in Inca society, uncovering the connections between musical instruments, religious rituals, and daily life. By exploring the Incas' musical culture, this book offers valuable insights into the artistic and spiritual dimensions of one of the most fascinating civilizations in history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332060108_0
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