Based on research found, the Greeks based their music on their religious beliefs. They
believe that their most commonly used instrument (Lyre) was invented by the god
Hermes, and sent to the hero Orpheus. Also, a major part of their culture, laments,
would not have existed if not for the death of the greek hero Linus. Music was
mainly practiced in common rituals such as funerals and weddings, due to their
religion and beliefs. The Greeks strongly believed in honouring their gods in
whichever way possible and it was often completed by music. The greeks even
believed that there were nine goddesses, called the Muses, who were thought to be the
sources of inspiration for those who were in study, or participated in arts.
believe that their most commonly used instrument (Lyre) was invented by the god
Hermes, and sent to the hero Orpheus. Also, a major part of their culture, laments,
would not have existed if not for the death of the greek hero Linus. Music was
mainly practiced in common rituals such as funerals and weddings, due to their
religion and beliefs. The Greeks strongly believed in honouring their gods in
whichever way possible and it was often completed by music. The greeks even
believed that there were nine goddesses, called the Muses, who were thought to be the
sources of inspiration for those who were in study, or participated in arts.