What is The Oldest Song?

The video explores the concept of 'oldies' in music, discussing the relativity of what is considered old. It delves into the origins of music, suggesting that the first songs were likely improvised and lost. The oldest song we can still play is 'Hurry and Hymn Number Six,' pressed into tablets 3500 years ago. The oldest complete song, found on a burial cylinder, includes both music and lyrics. The video concludes with a performance of this song, highlighting its timeless theme of seizing the day.

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