About Acclamatio
Acclamatio is a music genre that emerged in Ancient Rome. It is usually classed as a form of greeting and Byzantine music.
From Wikipedia
In Ancient Roman and Byzantine tradition, acclamatio (Koiné ἀκτολογία aktologia) was the public expression of approbation or disapprobation, pleasure or displeasure, etc., by loud acclamations. On many occasions, there appear to have been certain forms of acclamations always used by the Romans; as, for instance, at marriages, Io Hymen, Hymenaee, or Talassio; at triumphs, Io triumphe, Io triumphe; at the conclusion of plays the last actor called out Plaudite to the spectators; orators were usually praised by such expressions as Bene et praeclare, Belle et festive, Non potest melius, etc.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Acclamatio.
- ↑ greeting
- ↑ Byzantine music
Frequently asked questions
What is Acclamatio?
Acclamatio is a music genre that emerged in Ancient Rome. It is usually classed as a form of greeting and Byzantine music.
Where and when did Acclamatio originate?
Acclamatio originated in Ancient Rome.