10 Questions
What was the primary source of information about ancient music?
Ethnomusicology and archaeological evidence
What was unique about the Mesopotamian culture's treatment of musicians?
They would never attack musicians when they were invading a culture.
Which civilization created the first system of musical notation?
Egypt
What was the primary role of music in ancient Greek culture?
Music was an integral part of education and theatre
Which statement about music in ancient Rome is true?
Music in Rome was very influenced by and 'copied' from Greek culture
How did ancient music develop?
By imitating animal sounds
What were some common instruments used in ancient Mesopotamia?
Lyre, harp, and flutes
Which culture respected musicians very much and would never attack them during invasions?
Mesopotamian culture
What was the role of music in ancient Greek education?
Became a part of education
What is the first song in the world called?
Song of Seikilos
Study Notes
Ancient Music Development
- Music development originated from speech, imitating animal sounds, and interjections (citoslovce).
Mesopotamia
- Mesopotamia was a powerful culture that respected musicians, sparing them during cultural invasions.
- Instruments used: lyre, harp, flutes.
Egypt
- Cheironomy was the first notation system developed in Egypt.
Greece
- Music became an essential part of education.
- Music was primarily used in theatre, particularly in tragedies.
- The oldest known song is the SONG OF SEIKILOS.
Rome
- Roman culture and music were heavily influenced by the Greeks.
- Music was used in various settings: parties, dances, work, army, and amphitheatres.
- Musicians were either slaves or imported from Greece.
- Instruments used: kithara, water organ.
Study of Ancient Music
- Since there is no direct evidence of music from this era (e.g., music sheets), information is gathered from:
- Ethnomusicology (study of music of ancient nations)
- Cave paintings
- Found objects/instruments
Test your knowledge on the development of ancient music and the instruments used in different cultures. Learn about how music evolved from speech, animal sounds, and interjections, and explore the musical traditions of Mesopotamia and Egypt.
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