Modern Scottish Bands (1970-1990): Cash as Authenticity
Modern Scottish Bands (1970-1990): Cash as Authenticity
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现代苏格兰乐队(1970-1990):现金作为真实性
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2011
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S. McKerrell
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S. McKerrell
Using musical evidence and interview material, I argue that the commercialization of Scottish traditional music has shifted the emphasis from revivalist notions of authenticity in performance, to a more hybrid and commercial music. I argue that the financial needs of key performers have been underacknowledged, and a significant factor in the commercialization of Scottish traditional music. This has led to various changes in Scottish music including the change from ideologically motivated performers, playing largely horizontal and authentic tunes and songs, to a more hybridized music adopting new harmonies, rhythms and instruments.
This is evidenced by the albums of the time, by the change in instrumentation, the new prevalence of composition over arrangement and the testament of professional traditional musicians. I suggest that this has led to a shift in the control of aesthetic boundaries, from the revivalist performers to the audience, who now accept, and pay for, a more diverse conception of Scottish traditional music.