* Prehistoric/Ancient:
* Simple percussion instruments (e.g., drums, rattles)
* Stringed instruments (e.g., harps, lyres)
* Wind instruments (e.g., flutes, horns, trumpets)
* Modern:
* Wide variety of instruments, including electric guitars, synthesizers, drum machines, and computers
* Ability to create and manipulate sounds electronically
* Increased use of non-traditional instruments (e.g., found objects, everyday objects)
2. Genres
* Prehistoric/Ancient:
* Folk music
* Religious music
* Court music
* Military music
* Modern:
* Wide variety of genres, including rock, pop, jazz, blues, country, hip-hop, electronic music, and world music
* Fusion genres that combine elements from different genres
3. Notation
* Prehistoric/Ancient:
* Oral tradition (music passed down from generation to generation without written notation)
* Simple systems of notation (e.g., cave paintings, hieroglyphics)
* Modern:
* Standard musical notation (used to write and read music)
* Increased use of digital notation (e.g., MIDI files)
4. Performance
* Prehistoric/Ancient:
* Music was performed live, often in small groups or as part of a ritual or ceremony
* Limited amplification and recording technology
* Modern:
* Music is often performed in front of large audiences, in stadiums, arenas, and concert halls
* Use of amplification and recording technology allows music to be heard by a wider audience
5. Distribution
* Prehistoric/Ancient:
* Music was spread primarily through oral tradition and by travelling musicians
* Limited distribution of musical instruments and sheet music
* Modern:
* Music is distributed globally through a variety of media, including radio, television, the internet, and streaming services
* Easy access to musical instruments and sheet music