In roughly 400-700 words, address the following questions about the assigned article, “A Sweet Lullaby for World Music”:
First paragraph: Briefly summarize what you think are Feld’s overall argument(s) in this article, using mostly your own words and a minimum of quotes. What points is he making broadly about “world music” and globalization, and what do those points have to do with the story he tells about music and musicians?
Second paragraph: In your view, would these overall arguments that you just described be better categorized as “celebratory” or “anxious” narratives about “world music”? (These terms are explained in the article itself.) Explain why.
Third paragraph: Finally, briefly explain your own opinion on the arguments Feld presented. Do you share his perspective on these topics, or hold a different one? Explain why.
Please note that there are many possible ways to address all of these questions. In particular, summarizing the main points in an article like this one is not easy or straightforward, so there is not a single, “correct” answer. However, what matters is that your response reflects careful attention to the article and the related lecture, and an effort to engage to the best of your ability with those ideas.
