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Ziryab's nickname, meaning 'blackbird', is derived from which language?
Ziryab's nickname, meaning 'blackbird', is derived from which language?
- Andalusian Arabic
- Persian (correct)
- Arabic
- Berber
Which region is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of Ziryab's travels before settling in Córdoba?
Which region is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of Ziryab's travels before settling in Córdoba?
- Ifriqiyya
- Mesopotamia (correct)
- Tunisia
- Al-Sham
What significant modification is attributed to Ziryab regarding the oud?
What significant modification is attributed to Ziryab regarding the oud?
- Introducing gut strings for a softer tone
- Developing a new tuning system based on Pythagorean intervals
- Standardizing the number of frets
- Adding a fifth pair of strings and symbolic color (correct)
Ishaq al-Mawsili, Ziryab's teacher, is described as having which cultural background?
Ishaq al-Mawsili, Ziryab's teacher, is described as having which cultural background?
The musical style associated with Ziryab, particularly described as 'monophonic', emphasizes what characteristic in its performance?
The musical style associated with Ziryab, particularly described as 'monophonic', emphasizes what characteristic in its performance?
In which century did Ziryab primarily establish his musical career and influence?
In which century did Ziryab primarily establish his musical career and influence?
Prior to his travels, Ziryab's initial musical training occurred in which city, a major cultural center?
Prior to his travels, Ziryab's initial musical training occurred in which city, a major cultural center?
Ziryab's move to Cordoba was facilitated by an invitation from which Ummayad Caliph, although the text mentions a different Caliph?
Ziryab's move to Cordoba was facilitated by an invitation from which Ummayad Caliph, although the text mentions a different Caliph?
Besides composing and playing the oud, Ziryab is credited with being the first composer of what specific musical form?
Besides composing and playing the oud, Ziryab is credited with being the first composer of what specific musical form?
Baghdad's significance during Ziryab's time is primarily attributed to its role during which historical period?
Baghdad's significance during Ziryab's time is primarily attributed to its role during which historical period?
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Ziryab
Ziryab
A 9th-century Persian court musician known for his voice and compositions.
Birth Year
Birth Year
Ziryab was possibly born around 789 CE in Tanzania or Baghdad.
Teacher
Teacher
Ishaq al-Mawsili was Ziryab's music teacher and an influential musician.
Court Musician
Court Musician
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Moaxaja
Moaxaja
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Playing the Oud
Playing the Oud
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Córdoba
Córdoba
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Arabic Classical Music
Arabic Classical Music
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Abbasid Caliphate
Abbasid Caliphate
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Influence of Baghdad
Influence of Baghdad
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Study Notes
Ziryab (Blackbird)
- Ziryab, born c.789, possibly in Tanzania or Baghdad, was a 9th-century Persian court musician.
- Nicknamed "Blackbird" by the Arab chronicler Antonio Martín Moreno.
- Ziryab was a skilled musician and composer, known for his voice and amazing talent.
- He learned music in Baghdad, the cultural and musical center of the Abbasid Caliphate.
- He later moved to the Islamic court of Córdoba, southern Spain.
- He became a legend and influenced musical styles in Andalusia and the Middle East.
Ziryab's Musical Style
- Ziryab is credited with developing and enhancing the oud, a pear-shaped lute.
- He added a fifth pair of strings to the oud, using symbolic colors, and began plucking the strings with a feather.
- His musical style impacted Islamic classical music, which often features solo instrumentalists and/or singers with rhythmic, monophonic sounds.
Musician's Influences
- 8th-century Baghdad was a major center for learning and trade, during the Islamic Golden Age.
- Ishaq al-Mawsili (767-850) was a Persian musician and Ziryab's teacher who influenced his style.
- Baghdad hosted many famous musicians during this time period.
- Ziryab's musical style influenced the development of new musical styles in the Middle East and Southern Spain.
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