Geographical variations in the Mesopotamian musical lexicon? Reflections on the term za3-mi2 / sammû(m)

Key Points

• This research aims to identify and analyze the term za3-mi2/sammû(m) within Mesopotamian musical lexicon.
• Analysis of extant sources related to the term za3-mi2/sammû(m)
• Examination of sources based on their chronology
• Categorization of sources by typology
• Study of geographical distribution of the term
• Identification of za3-mi2/sammû(m) across different geographical regions
• Chronological patterns established in the usage of the term
• Typological variations correlated with cultural contexts