{"product_id":"ontology-of-music-groups","title":"Ontology of Music Groups","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis volume examines the ontology of music groups. It connects two fascinating areas of philosophical research: the ontology of social groups and the philosophy of music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterest in questions about the nature of music groups is growing. Since people are widely familiar with music groups, the topic is particularly well-suited for introducing issues in social ontology. Being comparably small-scale and temporary, music groups also provide an excellent case-study for those who think that social groups are analyzed best by considering small groups. The present volume provides a comprehensive overview of the topic and seeks to establish the ontology of music groups as a distinct field of philosophical research. The chapters, written by leading scholars working on social ontology, revolve around four core themes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe identity of music groups\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVariations between different kinds of music groups\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe persistence and longevity of (different kinds of) music groups\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVarious characteristics of music groups, including their rational and emotional aspects, as well as their creative abilities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe contributors consider these themes across a wide range of music groups, including popular music groups, rock bands, alternative acts, hip hop crews, choirs and classical orchestras.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Ontology of Music Groups\u003c\/i\u003e will appeal to scholars and advanced students working in social ontology, metaphysics, and the philosophy of music.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45588363641070,"sku":"9781032593142","price":218.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bookland.com.au\/products\/ontology-of-music-groups","provider":"Book Land AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}