How to Play Cretan Lyra - Episode One
Автор: The Cretan Odysey Project
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🎻 Episode 1: Introduction to the Cretan Lyra – History, Legacy & Craftsmanship
Welcome to the very first episode of The Cretan Odyssey Project! In this episode, we explore the heart and soul of Cretan traditional music: the Cretan Lyra.
We begin with the ancient origins of the lyra — from its Byzantine roots and arrival to Crete (possibly during the reconquest of the island by Nikephoros Phokas in 961 AD), to its evolution across centuries into the island’s most iconic instrument. We’ll highlight how its form and sound have adapted over time, and how legendary musicians like Antonis Kareklas helped shape the modern three-stringed lyra we know today.
Then, we’ll dive into the instrument itself:
The anatomy of the lyra, including the body, neck, tuning pegs, and bow
The three strings: tuned from highest to lowest as A – D – G, or in solfège: Λα – Ρε – Σολ
The symbolic and emotional role of the lyra in Cretan festivals, weddings, mantinades, and storytelling
By the end of this episode, you’ll have a full understanding of what makes the Cretan lyra unique — and why this timeless instrument continues to echo through the mountains and villages of Crete.
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