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Medieval Music

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This period contains compositions written by kings (Roy Henry) as well as poets (Guillaume de Machaut) and musicians (Arnold de Lantins). The era begins with the fall of the Roman Empire (476 C.E.) and ends in approximately the middle of the fifteenth century. Although establishing the end of the medieval era and the beginning of the Renaissance is admittedly arbitrary, the date of 1400 is commonly used. The span of the Middle Ages can be heard through its music in the aural recordations of the ending of the Roman Empire, the Dark Ages, and the rise of churches, towns, and schools. As historical events took volatile turns, music became a constant uplifting influence heard in the Gregorian chants and the troubadour and trouvere songs whose verses spoke of matters such as strong emotions, the Crusades, communal dances, and songs for daily chores. This was a way of changing the selfish concern from oneself to the spiritual and citizenship needs of the whole community.

Source: https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Medieval_Music

Related Terms:

  • Music Education
  • Renaissance

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