Mae 310: Ethnomusicology Question Paper

Mae 310: Ethnomusicology 

Course:Bachelor Of Arts In Music

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2005



KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2004/2005
MAE 310:ETHNOMUSICOLOGY

20th April 2005

INSTRUCTIONS
Answer question ONE and any other TWO

1.
a. State and describe any five definitions of Ethnomusicology
b. Argue for or against each of the definitions in (a) above (25mks)

2. Explain the steps followed in the transcription of vocal music (15mks)

3. How does each of the following theories relate to Ethnomusicology:
a. Diffusscinist
b. Evolutionary
c. Functionalism (15mks)

4.
a. Distinguish between the Emic and Etic views as they relate to Ethnomusicology
b. Give advantages and disadvantages of each view (15mks)

5. Discuss each of the following field techniques used in Ethnomusicology:
a. Participant Observation
b. Ethographic Interview
c. Focused group discussion (15mks)






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