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Echoes of Heritage

Maher Asaad Baker (Autor)

Buch | Hardcover

310 Seiten

2024
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978-3-384-20871-2 (ISBN)

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In the intricate tapestry of human civilization, few threads weave a narrative as captivating as the melodies of Portugal. In this book, embark on a journey through time and sound, guided by the rhythms that resonate from Lisbon's cobblestone streets to the sun-kissed Algarve shores.This book unearths the soul-stirring depths of Fado, a haunting ballad echoing with themes of love, loss, and destiny. It delves into the bossa nova breezes that infuse the air with a sense of laid-back allure.As we traverse the historical avenues of Portuguese music, we encounter not just notes and chords but the very essence of cultural identity. From the plaintive strains of the Portuguese guitar to the vibrant harmonies of regional folk traditions, each melody tells a story, and each rhythm pulses with history. Yet, beyond mere observation, this book beckons the reader to partake in the musical pilgrimage, inviting immersion in the soundscape of Portugal.This book transcends mere documentation, offering a profound exploration of music's role in shaping societal identity, fostering cultural cohesion, and echoing the collective yearnings of a nation. Prepare to embark on an odyssey of sound, where the echoes of heritage reverberate through the soul, and the melodies of Portugal resonate eternally.

Maher Asaad Baker (In Arabic: ماهر أسعد بكر) is a Syrian Musician, Author, Journalist, VFX & Graphic artist, and Director, he was born in Damascus in 1977. Since his teens, he has been building up his career, starting by developing applications and websites while exploring various types of media-creating paths. He started his career in 1997 with a dream of being one of the most well-known artists in the world. Reading was always a part of his life as he was always surrounded by his father's books, but his writing ability didn't develop until a later age as his most time was occupied with other things such as developing, writing songs and music, or in media projects production, he is most known for his book "How I wrote a million Wikipedia articles" and a novel entitled "Becoming the man".

Erscheinungsdatum	26.04.2024
Verlagsort	Cairo
Sprache	englisch
Maße	148 x 210 mm
Gewicht	567 g
Themenwelt	Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Musik ► Musikgeschichte
Themenwelt	Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte ► Regional- / Ländergeschichte
Schlagworte	ART • Bossa Nova • cultural heritage • Fado • History • music • musical traditions • Portugal • Portuguese music
ISBN-10	3-384-20871-4 / 3384208714
ISBN-13	978-3-384-20871-2 / 9783384208712
Zustand	Neuware