Title: Journey Through the Melodies of the Ancient Near East with Archaeomusicology
Explore the mystical and enchanting realms of the Ancient Near East via the beats, rhythms, and tunes from an age dedicated to creation and evolution of civilization. Dive deep into the extraordinary experience through the pages of the book “Archaeomusicology of the Ancient Near East“. Authored by Richard J. Dumbrill, the book takes the reader on a captivating journey of unraveling the musical practices and traditions of the cultures that once resonated in what are now Iraq, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey, and Israel.
“Archaeomusicology of the Ancient Near East” not only details the theories and evolution of music but is hugely informative regarding the instruments and sounds that were intrinsic to the culture, detailing the remnants of string instruments and the construction of scales from archaeological evidence. The book is a treasure trove of music theory from the Bronze through the Iron Ages.
Richard J. Dumbrill, a renowned music archaeologist, exhibits his vast knowledge and years of research in the pages of this book, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the ancient music history. Lavishly illustrated with diagrams and drawings, and rich in its textual content, the book explains the mathematical equation of music and its harmonic validation in ancient times.
Journey back thousands of years, through texts and illustrations, to appreciate the melodic groundwork laid by the ancient civilizations that still influences the rhythm of the global music tapestry today. “Archaeomusicology of the Ancient Near East” takes you where the harmonious journey began – a homage to the past shaping our musical future. It’s a journey worth embarking on to understand the origins of sounds that echo through time.
