In-between Music: The Musical Creation of Cholo Identity in Cochabamba, Bolivia

Music and identity are inextricably linked. While a particular social or ethnic group's music may reflect characteristics of that group, it also functions in creating the identity of the group. In Andean Bolivia, the choloethnic group has very subjective and constantly changing boundaries. Cholo-ness is made possible through mediated cultural performances of all types, in which members actively choose elements from both criollo and Indian cultures. Music is one particularly effective way in which cholos create and maintain their identity. This thesis focuses on the ways in which cholos use music to create a hybrid identity in and around Cochabamba, Bolivia.

Grantor dc:publisher

University of North Texas

Year dc:date

2007

Author dc:creator

• Jones, Eric

Contributors dc:contributor

• Murphy, John P.
• Illari, Bernardo

• identity
• Andean Bolivia
• music
• Cochabamba
• Choco Indians -- Music -- History and criticism.
• Music -- Bolivia -- Cochabamba.
• Choco Indians -- Bolivia -- Cochabamba.

Statement dc:rights

• Public
• Copyright
• Jones, Eric
• Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights reserved.

Language dc:language

English

Identifier

oclc: 212624660
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