The Middle Ages Final Review

Front

The term ars nova refers to what?

Back

Italian and French music of the 14th century

Front

In the Middle Ages, who were the most important musicians?

Back

priests

Front

Most medieval music was written for what performing force(s)?

Back

voices

Front

The phrase Middle Ages refers to the period of European history spanning ______.

Back

450-1450

Front

What does Gregorian chant consist of?

Back

melody sung without accompaniment

Front

Why did the church frown on instruments?

Back

Instruments had an earlier role in pagan rites and rituals

Front

During the Middle Ages, what institution was the center of musical life?

Back

The Church

Front

Shawn Spencer wrote the first Gregorian Chant.

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False