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Johnston, Tom – Wassaja, The Indian Historian, 1980
Discusses history of various Central American musical instruments, how the instruments were used then, and how they are used now. Much Indian music today serves to bolster Indian rights, express community pride, and serves as a badge of otherness. (AN)
Descriptors: American Indians, Cultural Activities, Dance, Latin American History