The earliest surviving text, Aristoxenos' Harmonic Elements from the 4th century BCE, highlights this. Music also became a philosophical pursuit, particularly among Pythagoras' followers, who saw it as a mathematical reflection of cosmic order.
the Pythagoreans’ view of music as a mathematical reflection of cosmic order led to the development of the concept of the “Music of the Spheres”.
This philosophical and mathematical model proposed that celestial bodies, such as the planets and stars, moved according to mathematical equations that corresponded to musical notes.
Thus, the movement of these celestial bodies created a form of silent symphony that reflected the harmony of the universe. This belief further elevated the status of music in ancient Greek society, intertwining it with astronomy, philosophy, and spirituality.
The influence of these early theories continues to resonate in our understanding of music today.