Tradition and evolution in song style: a reanalysis of cantometric data

Behavior Science Research • Vol/Iss. 11 • Published In 1976 • Pages: 277-308 •

By Erickson, Edwin E.

Abstract

The author reanalyzes hypotheses proposed by Lomax et al. (1968) that are based on Lomax's collection of cantometric data. Considering historical/regional variables, the author suggests that difusion and common history better explain certain musical features such as wordiness than functional and evolutionary processes. However, other Lomax findings are supported involving interlocked, contrapuntal singing and narrow nasal-voiced singing.

Samples
Sample Used	Coded Data	Comment
Ethnographic Atlas (EA)	Other Researchers

Hypotheses (3)
Hypothesis	Supported
There is a relationship between melodic ornamentation and sociocomplexity.	Not Supported
Sexual restrictions on unmarried girls predict nasal and narrow singing.	Supported
A prominent female role in subsistence production predicts polyphonic or multiparted singing.	Supported

Documents and Hypotheses Filed By: Christina Carolus

Tradition and evolution in song style: a reanalysis of cantometric data

Behavior Science Research • Vol/Iss. 11 • Published In 1976 • Pages: 277-308 • Cite

By Erickson, Edwin E.

Abstract

Samples

Hypotheses (3)

Behavior Science Research • Vol/Iss. 11 • Published In 1976 • Pages: 277-308 •