Social transformation in South Africa through the musical arts: a Batswana experience with specific reference to the Ikageng-Bill Cosby Cultural Group

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Abstract This article explores the relationship between social transformation and identity formation in contemporary South Africa with specific reference to the experience of a Batswana musical ensemble. The notions of social transformation and identity are explored from the social perspectives of the Ikageng-Bill Cosby Cultural Group as they developed in their musical arts practices; this could present a microcosmic example of the macrocosmic transformation processes in the South Africa. 1 This research was made possible by the Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship at the School of Music, North- West University in Potchefstroom, South Africa for a period of three years (2007-2009), funded by the National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa and the North-West University. The fellowship prioritises research on, and documentation and recording of, Batswana music. The position enabled me carry out intensive field research (recordings, interviews, personal participation, observations and interactions) with ...

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