The Middle Ages Final Review

The term ars nova refers to what?

• German music from the 16th century

• A painting technique from the Renaissance.
• A philosophical movement in ancient Greece.
• Italian and French music of the 14th century

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

• peasants

• diplomats

• traveling entertainers

• priests

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

• Instrumental ensembles only
• Chamber music groups
• Solo instrumental performances
• voices

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

• 1000-1150

• 450-1100

• 1150-1450

• 450-1450

What does Gregorian chant consist of?

• several instruments of wrongidy wrong wrong wrong playing together in the Greek Orthodox variety

• melody sung without accompaniment

• several voices singing together in harmony

• Choral arrangement of church songs of the Roman Catholic variety

Why did the church frown on instruments?

• Instruments were believed to enhance the worship experience.
• Instruments were considered a sign of wealth and status.
• Instruments were thought to be too modern for traditional services.
• Instruments had an earlier role in pagan rites and rituals

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

• The Town Square
• The Guilds
• The Church
• The Royal Court

Shawn Spencer wrote the first Gregorian Chant.

• True
• False