Sumerian Music
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Annunaki Song
The Annunaki are a race of extra terrestrial beings that understood sound and frequencies that heal and cleanse the mind.
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Ancient Sumer
The ancient Sumerians were very intelligent and when it came to sound, there were no others that could surpass them. They used sound to heal and power their way of life.
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The Night of Sumeria
The night of Sumeria
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Sumerian Meditation
Ambient Music For Deep Focus & Relaxation - A Dark Atmospheric Ambient Journey
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Enki's Song
The Annunaki are a race of extra terrestrial beings that understood sound as power and authority.
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Mesopotamian Drums
The Annunaki are a race of extra terrestrial beings that understood sound and frequencies that heal and cleanse the mind.
Featured Ancient Music Collection
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Sumerian Music
Always popular for its architectural marvels, mythology, and mysteries, Egypt’s history continues to intrigue with discoveries like the tombs in Saqqara and insights into Tutankhamun’s lineage. Documentaries and movies keep ancient Egypt in the public eye, shedding light on pharaohs, mummies, and the daily life of its people.
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Egyptian Music
Ancient Sumerian music was a vital part of daily life, ritual, and celebration in the world’s first urban civilization. Originating in Mesopotamia, particularly in the city-states of Sumer, music played a central role in religious ceremonies, royal festivities, and temple gatherings. The Sumerians used instruments like lyres, harps, drums, and reed flutes, many of which were elaborately decorated and often found in burial sites, suggesting their cultural significance and use in both life and death rituals.
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Mayan Music
Mayan music culture was deeply woven into the fabric of religious, political, and social life, often performed to honor gods, celebrate victories, or mark seasonal changes. Music accompanied elaborate rituals, including ceremonies for rain, harvest, and war, as well as royal events and festivals. The Maya believed music had the power to communicate with the divine, helping to bridge the earthly and supernatural realms, which made it central to their culture.
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Viking Music
Viking music was an essential part of Norse life, enhancing social gatherings, religious ceremonies, and warrior culture. While few physical artifacts of their music have survived, Viking sagas and archaeological finds offer insight into their musical traditions. Viking music likely included songs of valor, mythology, and tales of exploration, passed down orally to preserve history, family lineage, and cultural values.
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Greek Music
Ancient Greek music was a richly developed art form, deeply integrated into nearly every aspect of Greek life, including religious ceremonies, theater, celebrations, and daily activities. The Greeks believed music had divine origins and saw it as a powerful force that could influence emotions and character. Music was often tied to mythology; the god Apollo, for instance, was associated with the lyre, while Dionysus was linked to more energetic instruments like the aulos (a double-reeded instrument).
Fun Facts about Sumeria
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Inventors of Writing: The Sumerians developed one of the earliest writing systems, called cuneiform, which they inscribed on clay tablets using a reed stylus around 3400 BCE.
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First Known Cities: Sumerian city-states, such as Ur, Uruk, and Eridu, are among the oldest known cities in history, showcasing some of the first examples of urban planning.
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Epic of Gilgamesh: They wrote The Epic of Gilgamesh, one of the world’s oldest literary works. It tells the adventures of the king Gilgamesh and explores themes like friendship, mortality, and the search for meaning.
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Advanced Mathematics: The Sumerians developed a base-60 (sexagesimal) number system. We still use this for measuring time (60 seconds in a minute, 60 minutes in an hour) and angles.
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Inventors of the Wheel: They are credited with inventing the wheel, which revolutionized transportation, agriculture, and pottery production.
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Ziggurats: The Sumerians built massive step-pyramid structures called ziggurats, which served as temples and were considered sacred places that connected the heavens and the earth.
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First Legal Code: Long before Hammurabi, the Sumerians had their own laws. The Code of Ur-Nammu is one of the earliest known law codes and included laws about property rights, marriage, and penalties for crimes.
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Innovators in Agriculture: They developed advanced irrigation techniques and a calendar system to track the seasons, improving crop yields and supporting large populations.
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Beer Brewers: Sumerians were among the first to brew beer, which they considered a gift from the goddess Ninkasi. They even created a "Hymn to Ninkasi," a recipe for brewing.
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Astrology and Astronomy: The Sumerians were skilled astronomers, tracking the stars and planets. Their studies laid the groundwork for astrology and later influenced Babylonian and Greek astronomy.
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Polytheistic Beliefs: They worshipped a pantheon of gods, including Anu (the sky god), Enlil (god of air and storms), and Inanna (goddess of love and war). Each city-state had a patron deity.
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Early Use of Medicine: The Sumerians practiced early forms of medicine and documented treatments for various ailments, mixing medicinal plants and herbs to cure diseases.
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Seals for Identification: They used cylinder seals, small cylindrical stones engraved with intricate designs, to stamp documents and goods, marking ownership and preventing tampering.
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Structured Government: Sumerian cities were organized into independent city-states, each governed by a lugal (king), who was considered a divine representative of the gods.
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Love Poetry: The Sumerians wrote some of the earliest known love poetry. A famous example is The Love Song of Shu-Sin, written around 2000 BCE, which celebrated love and intimacy.
