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Rhythmic Elements for the Lyre Player

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In our quest to revive ancient Greek music, Aristoxenus of Tarentum stands out as the most valuable resource. A scholar of mousik, which in ancient times encompassed all the Muses' arts-song, dance, and poetry-Aristoxenus explored and explained the fundamental rhythmic patterns governing them all, from basic metric feet to intricate rhythmical structures. His seminal work, 'Rhythmic Elements', remains the premier resource on ancient rhythm, though it poses challenges for modern musicians due to its ancient terminology. This book, 'Rhythmic Elements for the Lyre Player', bridges that gap. It presents both the original and translated text, using sheet music, modern notation, and explanatory notes to simplify Aristoxenus' teachings for today's musicians. It also includes passages from other ancient writers who studied his work. Whether you play the lyre or simply wish to understand ancient Greek music, this book offers a gateway into the world of rhythmopoia, the rhythmic composition of the ancients.

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