“Hurrian Hymn No. 6” is considered the world’s earliest melody, but the oldest musical composition to have survived in its entirety is a first century A.D. Greek tune known as the “Seikilos Epitaph.”

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While you live, shine Don't suffer anything at all; Life exists only a short while, And time demands its toll.

The melody and lyrics of the “Seikilos Epitaph” provide us with a rare glimpse into the musical and cultural practices of ancient Greece. It’s fascinating to see how music has been an integral part of human civilization for millennia, evolving and resonating across cultures and time periods.