Opening with a scene from Class of 3000, let’s picture a world where sound simply… ceases. For some, this might seem peaceful; a respite from noise. But think a step further: a world without music. It would be dark and hollow, robbing life of its vibrancy and spirit. Without music, maybe we’d avoid the chaos, but would silence make us unravel in other ways? Imagine never hearing your child’s laughter or the rhythmic crash of waves. In this quiet world, we’d still have one instrument: the human voice. The first instrument.
Since the dawn of humanity, the voice has been our primary means of connection and expression. It is the first sound we ever make and the first way we communicate. Before language, there were grunts, cries, and hums—instinctive sounds born of survival. As societies evolved, so too did the ways in which we used our voices. In ancient civilizations, the voice became central to storytelling, spiritual practices, and social order. The earliest songs, from the shamanic chants to the epic recitations, were born from the voice’s ability to transcend words, to communicate something deeper.
Written By Zacchae’us Paul
Date November 12, 2024