Medieval Music

When did the Medieval Era take place.

• 1500 AD - 1750 AD

• 500 AD -1500 AD

• 100 AD - 500 AD

• 500 BC - 100 AD

The term _____ refers to non-religious music.

• Sacred

• Instrumental

• Secular

• Chant

Gregorian Chant includes the following:

• Monophonic Texture

• Sacred Text

• Was Learned From Sheet Music

• Sung by Monks

Gregorian Chant was sung by what group of people?

Who pushed for unity and creating a standard for music?

• Roman Catholic Church

• French Government

• Roman Nobles

• Anglican Church

How was medieval music taught before music notation?

What instrument typically played a drone in music?

• Flute

• Lute

• Hurdy Gurdy

• Lyre

But wait, what was a drone?

• A group of short melodies that would repeat.

• A harmony between a high and low voice.

• A long and changing note.

• A sustained note that stayed constant.

Who was Hildegard von Bingen?

What was the Dies Irae?