Music and sustainability

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This collection features a range of articles exploring the intersection of music, economy, and ecology. Contributors examine topics such as the role of Louisiana Creole Bals de maison in California in building social capital, and the implications of payola redistribution for music diversity and sustainability in New York State. The discussions also delve into ethnomusicology field methods and their relevance to sustainable music practices, alongside an analysis of four fields of music making in relation to sustainable living. The ecological viewpoint on music and sustainability is also addressed. In addition to the articles, the book includes a series of reviews. These cover a variety of works, such as Sarah Weiss's exploration of aesthetics and gender in Javanese music, Mirjana Laušević's examination of Balkan music culture in America, and Ellen Hickmann's study of musical instruments in the art and culture of South America. Other reviews focus on Caribbean identity through music, the impact of electronic dance music from Tijuana, and contemporary studies informed by African indigenous knowledge systems. The collection also features recording reviews of traditional Hampshire dance tunes and the Whitchurch Hornpipe, showcasing the rich diversity of music available today. Overall, this work highlights the vital connections between music and broader social, cultural, and ecological contexts.