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Social Functions of Synagogue Song: A Durkheimian Approach
Jonathan L. Friedmann
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Hardback. Social Functions of Synagogue Song: A Durkheimian Approach by Jonathan L. Friedmann paints a detailed picture of the important role sacred music plays in Jewish religious communities. Drawing upon the work of Emile Durkeim, the book examines how synagogue songs serve disciplinary, cohesive, revitalizing, and euphoric functions. Num Pages: 198 pages. BIC Classification: AVGD; HRJC; JFSR1; JHBT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 161 x 247 x 19. Weight in Grams: 456.
Social Functions of Synagogue Song: A Durkheimian Approach by Jonathan L. Friedmann paints a detailed picture of the important role sacred music plays in Jewish religious communities. This study explores one possible way to approach the subject of music’s intimate connection with public worship: applying sociologist Émile Durkeim’s understanding of ceremonial ritual to synagogue music. Durkheim observed that religious ceremonies serve disciplinary, cohesive, revitalizing, and euphoric functions within religious communities. Drawing upon musical examples from different composers, regions, periods, rites, and services, Friedmann demonstrates how Jewish sacred music performs these functions.
Social Functions of Synagogue Song: A Durkheimian Approach by Jonathan L. Friedmann paints a detailed picture of the important role sacred music plays in Jewish religious communities. This study explores one possible way to approach the subject of music’s intimate connection with public worship: applying sociologist Émile Durkeim’s understanding of ceremonial ritual to synagogue music. Durkheim observed that religious ceremonies serve disciplinary, cohesive, revitalizing, and euphoric functions within religious communities. Drawing upon musical examples from different composers, regions, periods, rites, and services, Friedmann demonstrates how Jewish sacred music performs these functions.
Product Details
Publisher
Lexington Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
Weight
455g
Number of Pages
198
Place of Publication
Lanham, MD, United States
ISBN
9780739168318
SKU
V9780739168318
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About Jonathan L. Friedmann
Jonathan L. Friedmann is cantor of Bet Knesset Bamidbar and Congregation P’nai Tikvah, both in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is also professor of Jewish music history at the Academy for Jewish Religion, California and the co-founder of two cutting-edge bands: Rabbinical School Dropouts and Elijah’s Chair. Jonathan has published over 300 popular and peer-reviewed articles, and is the author or ... Read more
Reviews for Social Functions of Synagogue Song: A Durkheimian Approach
The study of synagogue ritual and prayer has been dominated by research into historical origins and textual traditions. Friedmann adds a distinctive lens by analyzing synagogue rituals using sociological theory. He thereby provides insights into the social impact of 'praying' making a vital contribution to the understanding of praying and the roles and meanings for prayer leaders and congregants. ... Read more