The Study of Choral Music History

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What is a characteristic of Renaissance choral music?

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Polyphonic texture

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Name a famous composer of Renaissance choral music.

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Palestrina

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Which musical form was popular in Baroque choral music?

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Fugue

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What is a defining feature of Baroque choral music?

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Use of ornamentation, contrast, and dramatic expression

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Who is known as the 'Father of Symphony' in classical choral music?

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Joseph Haydn

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What is a key element of Classical choral music?

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Polyphonic texture

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Which composer is known for his contributions to Romantic choral music?

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Johannes Brahms

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What is a common theme in Romantic choral music?

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Love, nature, and the supernatural

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Which 20th-century composer is known for his innovative use of choral music?

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Benjamin Britten

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What is a significant development in 20th-century choral music?

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Atonal and dissonant harmonies, experimentation with vocal techniques, and incorporation of non-traditional instruments