Song as a measure of culture
Folk Song Style and Culture • American Association for the Advancement of Science • Washington, D.C. • Published In • Pages: 117-169 •
By Lomax, Alan
Hypothesis
"Multi-parted and counterpoint rhythmic organization [of chorus] assume importance only in societies where women are major contributors to subsistence" (165)
| Test Name | Support | Significance | Coefficient | Tail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma | Supported | p<.001 | .47 | UNKNOWN |
| Variable Name | Variable Type | OCM Term(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Counterpoint Rhythm Of Chorus | Dependent | Music |
| Multiparted Organization Of Chorus | Dependent | Music |
| Women's Contribution To Subsistence | Independent | Division Of Labor By Gender |