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✨ More than Sound – The Stories Behind the Lyre (Augmented Reality Exhibition Update!)

The ancient instruments are defined not only by their sound or their striking appearance. Their true depth lies in the timeless stories and myths that have surrounded them for over two millennia: Hermes crafting the first lyre from a tortoise shell, Apollo becoming the god of music and healing, Sappho singing of love with her barbitos, and Orpheus descending into the underworld with music as his guide.
Through these stories, the Lyre of Apollo, Kithara, Phorminx, Epigonion, Sambuca, Pandura, Monochord, Tympanon, and the Lyres of Ur and Har Megiddo become more than musical artifacts. They become bridges between myth, history, and cultural memory.

Within the SEIKILO ARcient Music Exhibition — the Augmented Reality experience that complements the museum’s collection — we are now shaping the texts and narratives that will bring these myths to life in our AR app.

📷 With detailed 3D models and carefully written narratives, the AR app will allow audiences everywhere to step into this living heritage and experience ancient music in context.

Stay tuned!

📌 The project “ARcient Music Exhibition” is funded by the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the EISMEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

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🏺 The Return of Twelve Legendary Instruments in 3D

Did you know that beyond being storytellers and master handcrafters, the SEIKILO Museum and LUTHIEROS Music Instruments team also brings together 3D artists and AR developers?

To share the ancient world experience everywhere, our artifacts are being digitally reconstructed with care and precision: from the Chelys Lyre of Apollo and Hermes, the Barbitos, and the Kithara, to the Epigonion, Phorminx, Sambuca, the Lyres of Ur and Har Megiddo, the Monochord of Pythagoras, the Pandura, and the Tympanon — twelve legendary instruments come to life once again in digital form.

These 3D models form the foundation for the AR experiences to come, helping us bring the timeless legacy of ancient music closer to today’s audiences.

Here’s a first look at some work-in-progress screenshots — a glimpse of the ancient world reimagined for the digital age.

📌 The project “ARcient Music Exhibition” is funded by the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the EISMEA. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

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Mark your calendars — 🌿 Lyre Summer Camp 2026 is set for Mount Olympus!

For a 3rd consecutive year, the International Lyre Summer Camp, a highly transformative and healing experience, returns to Greece. But this time, it will be different, in more ways than ever before.

🌿 Premium private rooms in a serene mountain village
🌞 80% hands-on practice, 20% inspiring theory
🎶 Group lessons & one-on-one sessions for all levels
🏛️ Philosophy, storytelling & the rhythm of Greek summer evenings

Beneath the summit of Mount Olympus, legendary home of the ancient Greek gods, and with unbroken views of the Aegean Sea, we will gather from September 8 to 15, 2026, for seven days immersed in the world of the Greek lyre, ancient music, and the celebrated heritage of ancient Greek civilization.

💡 Update: All spots for 2026 were filled in just days! You can still join the waiting list for cancellations — and be the first to know if a second week is announced.

✍️ Join the waiting list at lyreacademy.com/camp/waiting-list-contact-form/
⚪ Find out more at lyreacademy.com/camp
📩 Questions? info@lyreacademy.com

Join us on Mount Olympus for a week where music, myth, and transformation meet.

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🌿 Exciting news!
Our project ARcient Music Exhibition has been featured by fuTOURiSME, an EU initiative supporting innovative experiential tourism.
With AR technology, we’re bringing the ancient sounds of SEIKILO Museum's musical instruments (handcrafted by the LUTHIEROS family) to life: interactive, accessible, and sustainable.

🎶 The exhibition will be ready for launch soon, so stay tuned!

🏛️ Learn more at seikilo.com/first-page/research-programs/

🏺 Crafted with care by LUTHIEROS Music Instruments in Greece, where history comes alive through sound: luthieros.com/

#AncientMusic #Lyre #AR #Futourisme #EUProject

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🌒 Choose the Face of the Labyrinth’s Last Song

We’re about to unveil The Lost Dance of the Labyrinth this Saturday —
a haunting reimagining of Erik Satie’s Gnossienne No.1,
woven through the voice of the ancient Greek lyre and the breath of the Armenian duduk.

But before the music begins…
which image do you feel carries the story best?

👇 Cast your vote below and share your thoughts in the comments.

Thank you for being part of this journey.

#Lyre #Duduk #AncientMusic #Satie #Gnossienne #WorldMusic

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🌕 Which thumbnail grabs you first?

We’re releasing a 2,600-year-old song tomorrow, performed on an ancient Greek lyre and sung in Ancient Greek and English.

Before the premiere, we’d love to know:
Which of these three thumbnails would make YOU click? 👇
(Feel free to comment why!)

🗓 Premiere: Saturday at 18:00 CET / 12:00 EST
🎥 Set a reminder here → https://youtu.be/ZMjflXjDZsY

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The lyre has spoken at the United Nations. 🕊️✨
Watch highlights from this historic moment when Theodoros Koumartzis brought the ancient Greek lyre to the global stage of the UN Headquarters in New York.
Part of the “Dialogue Among Civilizations in a Changing World” event, this performance marked the first time the lyre was heard in the heart of global diplomacy.

Crafted with care in Greece.
Played with love for a shared human heritage.
Thank you to everyone supporting the revival of ancient Greek music!

🔗 More on the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations:
un.org/en/observances/international-day-for-dialogue-among-civilizations

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The ancient Greek lyre at the United Nations 🕊️🌍
From small beginnings to global stages — one step at a time.

On June 10, 2025, the sound of the ancient Greek lyre will echo for the first time at the UN Headquarters in New York.

As part of the international event “Dialogue Among Civilizations in a Changing World,” Theodoros Koumartzis will perform with a LUTHIEROS lyre, lovingly handcrafted in Greece for this special occasion — representing Greece among a select group of internationally acclaimed artists.

This historic moment celebrates not only cultural dialogue but also the modern revival of ancient Greek music — led by the Koumartzis family through initiatives like LUTHIEROS Music Instruments, the SEIKILO Ancient Music Museum, the LyreAcademy, and the SEIKILO Ancient World Music Channel.

A milestone for cultural heritage.
A voice from the past at the heart of global diplomacy.

Theodoros will remain in New York until June 12, with a carefully curated series of private events already scheduled. One final slot may be available — if you’re interested in organizing something special, contact us at info@luthieros.com!

🔗 More on the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations:
un.org/en/observances/international-day-for-dialogue-among-civilizations

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🌿 Lyre Summer Camp 2025 has begun! 🎶
Once again, the sound of the ancient lyre returns to the sunlit shores of Aegina Island. This year’s camp brings together 20+ passionate souls from around the world — players, dreamers, and seekers of timeless melodies — to connect, learn, and create.
It’s our second Lyre Summer Camp, and we’re deeply moved to welcome back five returning participants who carry last year’s magic in their hearts. The circle grows, and the lyre continues to weave its way through lives across borders and time.
From group sessions inside a beautiful 19th-century mansion to one-on-one sessions under trees that have stood for centuries to shared meals and lyre music at sunset, this is more than a camp — it’s a gathering of kindred spirits.
Here’s to a week of harmony, inspiration, and the eternal song of the lyre.

Learn more about this year’s camp at: lyreacademy.com/camp/
The 2026 Lyre Summer Camp will be announced in August 2025. Stay tuned—and be ready! Early-bird registration spots are limited and usually fill up within just a few days.

#LyreSummerCamp #Aegina2025 #AncientMusicAlive #LUTHIEROS #LyreAcademy #SEIKILO #TimelessMelodies #lyre #ancientlyre #greeklyre #lyremusic #lyreworkshop #musicheals #musichealsthesoul #together #second #year #growing

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🎉 We’re Going Digital – Ancient Music Meets Augmented Reality! 🎶📲

We’re thrilled to announce that our groundbreaking new initiative, ARcient Music Exhibition, is officially underway! This EU-funded project is led by LUTHIEROS and hosted at the SEIKILO Museum of Ancient Music — and it’s set to transform the way we experience cultural heritage.

Using high-resolution 3D scans and cutting-edge AR technology, the project will bring LUTHIEROS' and SEIKILO's entire collection of ancient musical instruments to life — anywhere in the world, anytime. Whether you're a museum, educator, or a curious mind, you’ll be able to explore ancient sounds in your own space, sustainably and interactively.

This digital shift isn't just about innovation — it’s about accessibility, sustainability, and sharing the timeless legacy of ancient music with audiences everywhere. Follow along as we blend tradition with technology to create the museum of the future. 🌍✨

📌 The project “ARcient Music Exhibition” is funded by the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA).

#ARcientMusic #AncientSoundsReimagined #SEIKILO #LUTHIEROS #EUTourismInnovation #EISMEA #SustainableCulture #DigitalHeritage #CulturalTourism

Disclaimer: Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the Eu-ropean Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.

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