Exposition in 1893 are some of the earliest known examples of recorded non-Western musics. This s... more Exposition in 1893 are some of the earliest known examples of recorded non-Western musics. This study examines the nine recordings that Gilman made at the Turkish Theatre on September 25 th , 1893. The analysis of these recordings provides information not only about what was considered "Turkish" music in 1893, but also sheds light on American perceptions of Pan Arabic music and culture at the time. American opinions drew from popular stereotypes of Pan Arabic figures, specifically the over-sexualized belly dance, the newly introduced "Hootchie-Cootchie." This study asserts that Americans in 1893
Exposition in 1893 are some of the earliest known examples of recorded non-Western musics. This s... more Exposition in 1893 are some of the earliest known examples of recorded non-Western musics. This study examines the nine recordings that Gilman made at the Turkish Theatre on September 25 th , 1893. The analysis of these recordings provides information not only about what was considered "Turkish" music in 1893, but also sheds light on American perceptions of Pan Arabic music and culture at the time. American opinions drew from popular stereotypes of Pan Arabic figures, specifically the over-sexualized belly dance, the newly introduced "Hootchie-Cootchie." This study asserts that Americans in 1893
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