Muses

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1. Nine goddesses of classical mythology who presided over learning and the arts. They were especially associated with poetry. Ancient Greek or Roman writers would often begin their poems by asking for the aid of the Muses in their composition.

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Writers and artists to this day speak of their “muse,” meaning their source of inspiration.

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In 2025, the 240-capacity venue staged shows by indie heroes like Gruff Rhys, King Creosote and Throwing Muses - as well as the last-ever show by US folk singer Peggy Seeger.

From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2026

Say She She, “Prism” Picture this: the Muses of Greek legend, brought to life in the form of a Brooklyn soul-funk band.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 4, 2022

They turned to the nine daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne, known collectively as the Muses.

From Salon ● Oct. 23, 2022

Muses founder Staci Rosenberg said the krewe had planned to gather at a bar a couple of blocks off the streetcar route to await the passing of the Phunny Phorty Phellows’ procession.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 5, 2022

The highest mountains were the first to burn, Ida and Helicon, where the Muses dwell, Parnassus, and heaven-piercing Olympus.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton