সংগীতবিদ্যা : একটি সংক্ষিপ্ত পরিচয় অধ্যায় নবম : সংগীতনৃতাত্ত্বিকদের কর্মপরিধি Ethnomusicology: A very short introduction Chapter 9 Ethnomusicologists at work

Abstract

Ethnomusicologists navigate unique challenges in establishing their discipline within academic and institutional frameworks due to its focus on global music perspectives and ethical considerations. The 9 th Chapter of Ethnomusicology A Very Short Introduction written by Thimothy Rice explores the diverse institutional landscapes where ethnomusicologists work, from academia to public and private sectors. Despite historical challenges, ethnomusicology finds a home primarily within music departments and schools, where it challenges Eurocentric entrenched value systems that predominantly values European classical music. Beyond academia, ethnomusicologists contribute to K-12 education, governmental institutions, archives, and cultural industries. They curate festivals, manage sound archives, and contribute to policy-making, exhibiting the breadth of their impact. Public service and applied ethnomusicology play significant roles, addressing social issues through music and fostering intergroup relations. The essay emphasizes the evolving nature of ethnomusicology, its relevance in modern contexts, and the enduring need for its interdisciplinary and global perspective in understanding human musical expression.