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13 January 2026

  • curprev 23:1223:12, 13 January 2026 Hkm talk contribs 8,101 bytes +8,101 Created page with "The following list details how historical theorists within the Western tradition categorized the scales (also known as modes) in use in their time. === Lucian of Samosata === The smallest mode system that Zarlino mentions was the four-mode system written by Lucian of Samosata:<blockquote>exalted Phrygian, joyous Lydian, majestic Dorian, voluptuous Ionic — all these I have mastered with your assistance.</blockquote>No elaboration is given by Lucian as to the nature of..." Tag: Visual edit
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