A Dictionary of Greek and Roman biography and mythology

Smith, William

A Dictionary of Greek and Roman biography and mythology. William Smith, LLD, ed. 1890

(Ὀρθαγόρας).

1. Of Thebes, mentioned by Socrates in the Protagoras of Plato (p. 318c.), as one of the most celebrated flute players of his day, and by Athenaeus as one of the instructors of Epaminondas in flute-playing. (Ath. iv. p. 184e.)