The Dawn of Music: How the First Sounds Shaped Human Culture and Communication
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The article "The Dawn of Music: How the First Sounds Shaped Human Culture and Communication" delves into the origins of music, exploring how early auditory expressions transformed human societies. By examining archaeological findings, such as ancient instruments and cave art, alongside anthropological studies of early human communities, this article traces the evolution of music from its rudimentary beginnings. It highlights how the first musical sounds were not merely forms of entertainment but essential tools for communication, ritual, and social cohesion. The study reveals how these early sonic practices laid the groundwork for complex cultural expressions and collective identity, illustrating music's fundamental role in the development of human civilization. Through a multidisciplinary approach, this research provides a comprehensive understanding of how the nascent art of music influenced and shaped the early fabric of human life and society.
Author: Aliyeva H.
Language: English
Subfield: Music
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6930543238
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