The "ancient Mediterranean" music genre is a vibrant tapestry woven from the historical and cultural threads of the region's past, reviving the sounds that might once have filled the air of ancient marketplaces and temples. Employing traditional instruments like the lyre, zither, and aulos, artists such as Michael Levy and Petros Tabouris recreate the music from Greek, Roman, and Near Eastern antiquity, evoking the ambience of bygone civilizations. The genre is not merely an experimental reconstruction but an artistic interpretation, where musicians like the Petros Tabouris Ensemble and Synaulia blend scholarly research with creative expression. The melodies, often based on ancient scales and modes, form a bridge to our ancestors, providing a haunting and immersive auditory experience that connects listeners to the Mediterranean's distant echoes.

Eureka: Engineering the Ancient World

Petros Tabouris

Single - Released October 10, 2024