Renaissance Music Review

A religious movement of the Renaissance that challenged the doctrine of the Roman Catholic Church

A revival of art, music, and literature literally meaning "rebirth."

A compositional technique in which notes clash, creating harmonic tension.

Claudio Monteverdi's works bridged the gap between the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

A composition for 4-6 male & females voices whose subject matter is SECULAR.

What new genre of music emerged in the Renaissance that flourished in the Baroque period?

Writing melodic lines that reflect the literal meaning of the lyrics (i.e. "Flow My Tears" by John Dowland)

A chord comprised of only 3 notes: the 1st, 3rd, & 5th.

Multiple notes sung to one syllable of text.

Martin Luther was a leading figure of the Protestant Reformation, fueled by his 95 Theses.

Identify at least one prominent Renaissance composer.