Ziryab (aka blackbird for his dark complexion and melodious voice) joins a long list of Afrikan KRST (meaning the anointed one) who blessed the world with his knowledge and wisdom. Ziryab was a singer, oud player, composer, poet, and teacher who lived in North Afrika, Iraq, and later Spain during the time of the Moors. When Ziryab arrived in Spain in 822, he helped introduce instruments Europe had never seen before, including the Lute or el oud, the guitar or "Kithara," and the Lyre. He established the first conservatoire in the world, which included teaching harmony and compositions. Like Imhotep, Ziryab was considered a polymath (multi-genius) of his day with knowledge in astronomy, geography, meteorology, Botanics, cosmetics, culinary arts, and fashion.