Description
100 reasons to love the sardana
Book summary
This book offers an enjoyable and comprehensive journey through the world of the sardana and the cobla, structured in one hundred chapters that cover everything from the most basic choreographic and musical aspects to their presence in literature, film, or radio. The authors analyze stereotypes and myths, provide their own point of view, and gather new perspectives, making the work an essential guide to understanding the cultural and social relevance of this tradition in Catalonia.
What is it about?
The work is divided into five main sections that explore the sardana from all its facets. Firstly, it delves into the choreographic and musical foundations, explaining the steps, the dance structure, and the characteristics of the compositions. Next, it focuses on the cobla, detailing its instruments, types, and historical evolution. The book also addresses the social dimension of the sardana, analyzing its role in festivals, gatherings, and community life. Finally, it examines the presence of the sardana and the cobla in areas such as literature, cinema, radio, and other cultural expressions, offering a comprehensive view of their impact on Catalan society.
Main themes
- Choreography and musical structure of the sardana.
- Instruments of the cobla: types and evolution.
- History and evolution of the sardana as a tradition.
- Presence of the sardana in literature, cinema, and the media.
- Analysis of stereotypes and myths associated with the sardana.
- The social and cultural role of the sardana in Catalonia.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at sardana enthusiasts who wish to deepen their knowledge, students of traditional music and dance, people interested in Catalan popular culture, and any curious reader who wants to discover the multiple aspects of this cultural manifestation from a rigorous and entertaining perspective.
What this book offers
- A complete and structured view of the sardana and the cobla, from the basics to the most specialized aspects.
- A critical analysis of myths and stereotypes, enriched with new contributions and points of view.
- A tour of the presence of the sardana in different cultural spheres, beyond just dance.
- One hundred independent chapters that allow for flexible reading adapted to each reader's interests.
Technical specifications
- Author: JAUME NONELL JUNCOSA
- Publisher: COSSETANIA
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: FOLK DANCE, FOLK AND TRADITIONAL MUSIC, SOCIETY AND CULTURE: GENERAL
- Collection: DE 100 EN 100
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: September 2025
- Number of pages: 280
- Weight: 320 g
Editorial review
This is a reference work for those who wish to know the sardana and the cobla in depth, combining informative rigor with an educational and enjoyable approach. Its structure in one hundred independent chapters facilitates consultation and reading in parts, while the analysis of myths and the inclusion of new perspectives add value for both initiated and newcomers. An essential book to understand one of the most emblematic traditions of Catalan culture.