MUSIC 1A03 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Thomas Weelkes, Duple And Quadruple Metre, Trochee
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Ideas from the arts and sciences from antiquity were recovered. Humanism became apparent, as suggested by the meaning of the word (rebirth) > humanism was a cultural and intellectual movement that explored human values and interests. Ex. include music, philbpshoy, literature, painting and sculptures. Created sound based on equal voiced parts , with full, rich and intricate sounds. William byrd: catholic composer that wrote music for protestant church during the reign of queen elizabeth i. > german monk named martin luther responded to sense of corruption and. > would eventually lead to the establishment of protestantism. Composers did not write music set to latin text for protestant churches. Counter reformation catholics attempt to write music that would bring people back to the church (move their souls) Great economic growth in europe during this time. Italian peninsula and low countries (belgium and netherlands) led the way to economic expansion.
