Underground Harmonies: Music and Politics in the Subways of New York (The anthropology of contemporary issues)

Underground Harmonies: Music and Politics in the Subways of New York (The anthropology of contemporary issues)

by SusieJ.Tanenbaum (Author)

Synopsis

This is the first book on New York's subway musicians-modern troubadours who perform on platforms, mezzanines, and even trains pounding through the city. Illustrating her account with captivating photos, Susie J. Tanenbaum draws on interviews with musicians and their audiences to explore both the vibrant culture and the intricate politics of subway music.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 270
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Published: 10 Jul 1995

ISBN 10: 0801482224
ISBN 13: 9780801482229

Media Reviews
A community activist details the culture and conflicts of New York subway music, from bucket-drummers to city bureaucrats. -Kirkus Reviews, June 15, 1995