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For nearly twenty-five years, millions have known Mickey Hart as as percussionist for the Grateful Dead, one of the world's best-loved and most enduring rock bands. Now Hart tells the compelling story of his journey into the spirit of percussion. Part autobiography and personal memoir, this book recounts the exciting discovery of the historical and spiritual heritage of Hart's instrument and a unique and impassioned quest to unlock the secrets of the drum, the instrument that has, since ancient times, transported humanity to the "edge of magic" and beyond.
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Mickey Hart's efforts to document ancient and increasingly rare rhythmic traditions include his production for Rykodisc ofThe World, a series of unique reocrdings of music from around the world. He also serves on the board of the Smithsonian Institution's Folkway Records.
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- PublisherSoft Skull Press
- Publication date2016
- ISBN 10 1593766246
- ISBN 13 9781593766245
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages264
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