The Haunting Music in the ‘Odyssey’ Siren Scene Has Ancient Roots

Ludwig Göransson’s soundtrack for Christopher Nolan’s film resurrects an ancient instrument, the aulos, to evoke the tormenting allure of the sirens.

​Ludwig Göransson’s soundtrack for Christopher Nolan’s film resurrects an ancient instrument, the aulos, to evoke the tormenting allure of the sirens.