primitivism
(PRIH-mi-ti-vizm)
[Eng.]
20th century compositions that imitate rhythms, melodies, modes, and techniques of so-called primitive music.
SUGGESTED LISTENING EXAMPLE:
- Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring, "Dance of the Youths and Maidens"
- W. W. Norton - 4-CD Musical Example Bank --
Disc 1, Track 18
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