Akhenaten, Hymn to the Aten (c. 1352 B.C.E.)—This hymn describes the use of music in religious ritual.

Anonymous, The Story of Sinuhe (c. Twelfth Dynasty, 1938–1759 B.C.E.)—Egypt's national epic includes a scene of musical welcome when Sinuhe returns from his journey to the Levant.

Anonymous, Songs from Paheri's Tomb (c. early Eighteenth Dynasty, 1539–1425 B.C.E.)—A series of agricultural work songs recorded in this tomb.

Anonymous, Song from the Tomb of King Intef (c. early Eleventh Dynasty (?), 2075–2008 B.C.E.)—Song sung to harp accompaniment that stresses enjoying this life since the next life is uncertain.

Anonymous, Story of Two Brothers (c. Ramesside Period, 1292–1075 B.C.E.)—This story contains the episode "Bata Mutilates Himself," which explains in detail the events recounted in the lyrics to the "Shepherd's Song."

Apuleius (Lucius [?] Apuleius), Metamorphoses, or The Golden Ass...