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6,000-year-old musical shells which are as loud as a lawnmower

6,000 Year-Old Musical Conch Shells Resurface in New Research

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Archaeologists have revealed a stunning auditory window into the Neolithic world: a set of 6,000-year-old conch shells from Catalonia, Spain, modified and played like trumpet-like instruments. The research, published in Antiquity and covered this week by classic music media, shows these shells weren’t just signaling tools — they could produce powerful tones and even rudimentary […]

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Mawj Introduces “Mesopotamian Rock,” a Bold NewBridge Between Ancient Heritage and Modern Sound

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A new voice is reshaping the Middle Eastern alternative scene: Mawj, an Iraqi artist whose project Mesopotamian Rock is rapidly gaining attention for its rare blend of cultural depth and contemporary edge. Born in Sweden, raised in Jordan, and rooted in Iraq, Mawj now works between Antalya and The Hague, turning a life across borders into

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A Historic First: Paniz Faryousefi Becomes the First Woman to Conduct the Tehran Symphony Orchestra

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In a landmark moment for Iran’s classical music scene, Paniz Faryousefi made history by becoming the first woman ever to conduct the Tehran Symphony Orchestra. The breakthrough performance took place over two nights at Tehran’s prestigious Vahdat Hall, under the concert series titled “Simorgh’s Abode.”  Tehran Times Breaking Barriers Faryousefi’s appointment carries deep cultural resonance. At

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Estonian Music & Art News – Week 5, October 2025

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Estonian Music & Art News – Week 3, October 2025

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