I did not purposely repeat the nest to the last sentence in the excerpt I quoted of the article. My apologies.

And since I'm writing, let me also say that perhaps different philosophies regarding the role and function of music and other art forms may be in play here.

From multiple sources I have read that African traditions do not believe that art should be just for art's sake [meaning only for aesthetic pleasure, or entertainment].

Music and art can teach & reinforce academic & social skills, help help individuals develop & strengthen self-esteem, and self-confidence and raise awareness and appreciation of one's own culture and the cultures of others.

This is what motivates me to consider the pyscho-social ramifications of music, among other aspects of music and music making in various places, among various people, and over time.

If you aren't into this, it's all good.

Do your thing, man {or woman}!