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Author(s): Keith Howard; Saparbek Kasmambetov
ISBN(s): 9789004218048, 9004218041
Edition: 1
File Details: PDF, 12.61 MB
Year: 2011
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 9004218041 
ISBN 13: 9789004218048
Author: Keith Howard, Saparbek Kasmambetov

Today, the Kyrgyz Manas is one of the most celebrated epic heroic poems in the world. At the turn of the new millennium it was appointed a UNESCO ‘Masterpiece in the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Mankind’, signalling its global significance. It sits alongside Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey, or the South Asian Mahābhārata and Rāmāyana, although politics and language have during the twentieth century conspired against allowing it to become as well known.
In contrast to previously published material, this book focuses on one septegenarian contemporary performer, Saparbek Kasmambetov who inherited the oral tradition of his culture, adding details and other elements to his storytelling, as he saw fit. Consequently, the volume does not offer a literal translation in poetic form, but is presented as a story – as originally intended; the contextual/historical account situates Soviet/Kyrgyz with Western accounts of Manas and other epic heroic poetry.
Part I offers a translation of seven episodes from the Manas, as sung by Saparbek, with accompanying CDs – the translations of all the episodes being based on the recordings.
Part II comprises three chapters examining oral epic poetry and the Manas; the Kyrgyz Manas recorded, performed and studies; finally, a study of Saparbek Kasmambetov – the performer.
The accompanying plates are the work of Gouljan Arslan, Saparbek Kasmambetov’s granddaughter.
 

Singing the Kyrgyz Manas Saparbek Kasmambetov s Recitations of Epic Poetry 1st Table of contents:

Part I: The Manas Epic and Its Tradition

  1. The Manas Epic: A Historical Overview

    • Origins and Mythical Background of the Manas Epic
    • The Structure of the Manas Cycle: Manas, Semetey, and Saiytek
    • Themes and Cultural Symbolism in the Epic
    • The Role of the Manas Epic in Kyrgyz Identity

  2. Oral Tradition and the Art of Recitation

    • The Kyrgyz Tradition of Epic Poetry Recitation
    • Storytellers, Poets, and the Role of the “Manaschi”
    • Techniques of Reciting Epic Poetry: Melody, Rhythm, and Performance
    • The Significance of Vocal and Physical Expression in Epic Performance

Part II: Saparbek Kasmambetov: Master of the Manas

  1. Saparbek Kasmambetov: Biography and Early Years

    • Early Life and Introduction to Manas Recitation
    • Training and Mentorship in the Manas Tradition
    • Kasmambetov’s Role in Preserving the Manas Epic
    • His Contributions to Modern Interpretations of the Epic

  2. The Style and Techniques of Saparbek Kasmambetov

    • Vocal Techniques: Modulation, Intonation, and Range
    • The Emotional Impact of His Performance
    • Integrating Traditional and Modern Approaches in Manas Recitation
    • The Ritualistic and Performative Aspects of His Recitations

  3. Interpreting the Manas: Kasmambetov’s Unique Approach

    • His Approach to Characterization: Manas, Heroes, and Villains
    • Embodying the Themes of Honor, Loyalty, and Courage
    • Kasmambetov’s Influence on the Perception of the Manas Epic
    • Innovation and Adaptation: Balancing Tradition and Contemporary Relevance

Part III: The Manas Epic in Performance

  1. The Role of Music in Manas Recitation

    • The Interaction Between Melody and Recitation
    • Traditional Kyrgyz Instruments in Manas Performance
    • The Importance of Vocalization and Musical Accompaniment
    • Rhythms and Melodic Structures in Kyrgyz Epic Recitation

  2. The Performance of Manas: Stage, Audience, and Context

    • The Ritualistic Setting of Manas Recitations
    • Audience Interaction and the Social Importance of Performance
    • Festivals, Ceremonies, and Public Performances of the Manas
    • The Role of Performance in Cultural Continuity

  3. Recording and Documenting the Manas

    • The Transition from Oral Tradition to Recorded Performance
    • The Impact of Media and Technology on Manas Recitation
    • Saparbek Kasmambetov’s Contributions to Recorded Epics
    • The Role of Archives and Digital Preservation in Keeping the Tradition Alive

Part IV: The Legacy and Future of the Manas Epic

  1. Manas and Kyrgyz National Identity

    • The Epic as a Symbol of National Unity and Resistance
    • The Representation of Kyrgyz Culture and History in Manas
    • Manas and Modern Kyrgyz Society: Continuities and Changes
    • The Role of Manas in the Post-Soviet Era

  2. Passing on the Tradition: The Future of the Manas Epic

    • Training the Next Generation of Manas Reciters
    • Educational Institutions and Cultural Preservation
    • Challenges to the Oral Tradition in the Digital Age
    • Saparbek Kasmambetov’s Legacy and Its Future Influence on Young Artists

Part V: Critical Analysis and Scholarly Perspectives

  1. The Manas Epic in Literary and Cultural Scholarship

    • Scholarly Approaches to Studying the Manas Epic
    • Comparative Studies: Manas and Other Epic Traditions
    • Manas in the Context of World Literature
    • The Role of Scholars in Preserving and Promoting Manas

  2. Interpreting Themes of the Manas Epic

    • Exploration of Key Themes: Heroism, Sacrifice, and Destiny
    • The Role of Gender and Family in Manas Narratives
    • Symbolism and Allegory in the Manas Epic
    • The Ethical and Philosophical Dimensions of the Epic

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