Art Music by Caribbean Composers: Haïti

Haïti has by far the longest history of independence of any of its Caribbean neighbors, having gained independence from France in 1804. Haïti's tradition of classical music takes root in its colonial heritage. Haïtian classical music, "mizik savant ayisyen," is derived from that &qu...

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Main Authors: Christine Gangelhoff, Cathleen LeGrand
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of the Bahamas 2011-07-01
Series:International Journal of Bahamian Studies
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Online Access:https://journals.sfu.ca/cob/index.php/files/article/view/152