How Medieval Monks Invented the Way We Write Music Today
The Classical Music Minute - Un pódcast de Steven Hobé, Composer & Host - Lunes
Description How Medieval Monks Invented the Way We Write Music Today in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop! Fun Fact Before musical notation, music was passed down by memory! Around the 9th century, monks created neumes—squiggly symbols above lyrics—to guide melodies. Guido of Arezzo later added the staff and pitch names. His system was so effective, it’s still the basis for how we read and write music today! __________________________________________________________________ About St...
