Joseph Jordania
Musicologist and academic
Born
February 12th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Australia
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A musicologist and academic focused on the music of various cultures, specific interest lay in the evolution of music and its impact on human behavior. Authored several influential books and articles on the subject, including works examining the connection between music and societal development. Contributed to academic discourse on ethnomusicology and comparative musicology, exploring the role of music in human evolution. Held academic positions in institutions in Australia, shaping the study of music through lectures and publications.
Authored 'Music and Conflict' discussing musical conflict resolution
Contributed to the field of ethnomusicology
Published numerous academic articles
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