Androulaki, M. "Sing Goddess of the Wrath of Achilles":From the Homeric Incipit to the Concept of the Musical Term Skopos and to the Mandinadha in Greek Folk Music (original) (raw)

This paper examines ancient Greek beliefs regarding the bard's storytelling abilities and their relation to contemporary views on improvised folk poetry. It highlights the connection between memory, divine inspiration, and the role of Muses in the transmission of knowledge through epic poetry, connecting these ideas to the concept of skopos in Greek folk music. The mandinadha, representing intention in poetry, aligns with the ancient Greek notion of dianoia, emphasizing the importance of the performer’s aim in the communication process.