Three Goddesses of Music in Greek Mythology, Here are Their Names and Characteristics

FEMUSINDO.com - Every god in Greek mythology has at least one or more elements that they control and protect.

There are many elements that the gods in Greek mythology have, one of which is related to music.

The word music comes from the Greek "muse" which means "music". Muse is a source of inspiration for all arts and sciences.

In Greek and Roman mythology, Apollo is referred to as the Greek god of music, poetry, healing and medicine. In addition to the god of music, in Greek mythology there is also a goddess of music.

Here are 3 (three) names of the goddesses of music in Greek mythology, as quoted from a number of sources as a reference:

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Musai

Musai is the child of Zeus and Mnemosyne. Musai was born after Zeus slept with Mnemosyne for nine consecutive nights.

They are the goddesses of music, song, and dance. Their music can bring happiness to those who hear it.

Calliope

Goddess of music, song, dance, eloquence, and epic poetry. Her name means "beautiful voice" in ancient Greek.

Euterpe

Euterpe was the muse of the composers of music, known as "the delightful one". Euterpe was the mother of Rhesus, a warrior who died at the hands of Diomedes at Troy.

She is usually depicted with a crown of flowers in her hair and carrying a double flute. In other depictions, Erato sometimes carries musical instruments such as the violin, guitar and drums. (*)