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GEORG SIMMEL AND THE SOCIOLOGY OF MUSIC.

Authors :
Etzkorn, K. Peter
Source :
Social Forces; Oct64, Vol. 43 Issue 1, p101-107, 7p
Publication Year :
1964

Abstract

Simmel's first published study is examined for its current relevance to the sociological study of music. It is found to be rich in suggestions [or research while it does not present a coherent theoretical scheme or program for the sociology of music. Simmel's empirical examples, however, suggest that key areas for this discipline are (1) the social meanings which are represented and expressed in music, and (2) the position and function of music in society. Implications for a theory of taste groups on the basis of differential socialization are suggested. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00377732
Volume :
43
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Social Forces
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
13503051
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2307/2575972