Facts for Kids

🎵 Calliope is known as the Muse of epic poetry.

🖋️ She is often depicted holding a writing tablet or a scroll.

🎭 Calliope is the eldest of the nine Muses in Greek mythology.

📜 Her name means 'beautiful voice' in Greek.

👩‍🎤 Calliope is often associated with the telling of heroic tales.

🎶 Poets and writers often invoke Calliope for inspiration.

🌌 She is the mother of Orpheus, a legendary musician and poet.

🏺 In art, she is frequently depicted alongside other Muses.

✨ Calliope’s Roman counterpart is known as Calliope too, retaining her name.

🎉 Festivals in ancient Greece sometimes honored Calliope with poetry contests.