Explore the 4,500 year story of the Mesopotamian Golden Lyre in five minutes. A startling instrument with its brightly shining bull’s head, gleaming lapis lazuli and shining mother of pearl decorations which was painstakingly recreated over three years by volunteers. Learn a little more about this amazing ancestor of the modern day harp with Accredited Lecturer Jennifer Sturdy.
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Comments
Brilliant Thank you
Thank you. That is an amazing story and a lovely way to start the day!
Christine
Absolutely amazing to learn a little bit about the lyre & to clearly see Jennifer’s passion for the project.
The music was out of this world. Thank you.
What an amazing story and hauntingly beautiful singing. Thank you Artvent Team.
To hear more http://www.stefconner.com/the-lyre-ensemble/
What a fascinating project - and what a glorious outcome! Congratulations to all involved.
Another brilliant Advent post! Amazing Al-to-brief account of the discovery and recreation of the harp. And the music was sublime
Superb
Fascinating story behind the stunningly beautiful golden lyre. Would love to have heard more of the music.
What a fabulous experience of discovering the gold bull's head and the joy of putting together this finest instrument, and the extract of what the lyre sounds like.