Field recording

Attempts to conceptualize and illustrate the problem of rhythmic structures without a clear beat, that is, structures which are commonly called free or flowing rhythm. A theoretical framework is proposed for the analysis and transcription of such music.

The article deals with the Torah reading of the Yemenites Jews of San'a and examines the structure and function of six teamim melodies used in the prayers (Torah Reading), when learning the Torah and by children in the Heder.

A book and 3 cassettes (catalogued separately) with field work recordings, transcriptions and texts of Judeo Spanish songs. Field work, transcription and annotation bu the author. Hebrew translation by Avner Perez. Hebrew title: זר של שירי עם מפי יהודי ספרד