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Subject: MAPEH 9 (MUSIC) Quarter: ___ 1___
Grade Level: ______9_____ Episode: ___1___

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Learning Competency:
 Describes the musical elements of selected vocal and instrumental music of
Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque music. MU9MRB -Ib-f-5

 KEY CONCEPTS

LESSON 1: Vocal and Instrumental Music of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque Periods

1. Medieval Period (700-1400)

- During this time, the Christian Church influenced Europe’s culture and political affairs.
1. Gregorian Chant – approved music of the church made by Pope Gregory I sung
through acapella.
2. Troubadour Music - secular music not bound by Catholic traditions emerged
usually using one single musical line sometimes with improvised
accompaniment. The music tells of chivalry and love for country.

Renaissance Period (1400-1600)

- Music during this period became an important leisure activity. Members of the upper class
were expected to have received musical training.
1. Mass - singing Christian sacraments usually through acapella.
2. Madrigal – expressed in a poetic text and sung during courtly social gatherings.
Sung acapella frequently in 3-6 voices.

Baroque Period (1685-1750)

- During this time, the arts highlighted grandiose and elaborate ornamentation which were
clearly seen in the Baroque musical compositions.
1. Chorale - harmonized version of hymnal tunes sung usually by soprano, alto,
tenor, and bass.
2. Concerto – music played by solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra
3. Concerto grosso – music played by small group of solo instruments.
4. Oratorio–a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature.
5. Fugue–a musical composition in which one of two themes are repeated or
imitated.
LESSON 2: Performance Practices of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque Periods

Medieval period emphasized on Church or Sacred music where the priest and the
congregation were only allowed to sing during masses. Sung prayers were often
unaccompanied and women were not allowed to perform in the church. This period elevated
unison singing but later emerged a group of singers called the Choir, composed solely of
men and boys who assumed the musical role of answering and contrasting the solo singing
of the priest.

Although sacred music was still relevant during the Renaissance period, secular
music was more prominent during the period. Printed descriptions of instrument and their
discussions on tuning and technique supplied the needs of both professional and non-
professional musicians. Secular music absorbed techniques from sacred music and vice
versa, while instrumental, vocal and combined performance both on Sacred and Secular
music.

Baroque period let the composers experiment with finding a fuller sound with the
composition of Orchestra and common tonality (Harmony, Rhythm, Duration, etc.)

 ACTIVITY PROPER

ACTIVITY 1: “Describe Me”

Instruction: Describe the musical characteristics of Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque
music, using the given music in each period below. Write your answers on the table below.
1. Medieval Music
SONG 1: Gregorian Chant by Pope Gregory I
SONG 2: (Troubadour Chant) Jeu de Robin et de Marion by Adam de la Halle
2. Renaissance Music
SONG 1: (Madrigal)Fire, Fire, My Heart by Thomas Morley
SONG 2: (Mass)Kyrie by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina
3. Baroque Music
SONG 1: (Chorale)The Messaiah by George Friedrich Handel
SONG 2: (Concerto)The Four Seasons by Antonio Vivaldi
Period Vocal Instrumental
Medieval Sample: Gregorian Chant Sample: Troubadour Music
Approved music of the church made
by Pope Gregory I sung through a
capella. through acapella. 3. __________________________

Renaissance Sample: Madrigal

The song was sung by 4 voices in
acapella.
Sample: Mass

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Baroque Sample: Chorale Sample: Concerto
 The song was fast played by solo
instruments like violin and piano.
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Activity 2: “Explain Me”

Directions: Read each question and answer it to the best of your ability in the space
provided.

1. In Medieval Sacred music, who are the performers? Then, where and when are they
allowed to sing?

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2. What is the musical role of the group of singers called choir?

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3. The Renaissance period was more on secular music. What supply the needs for each
musician during this period?

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4. What was the role of the composers during the Baroque period?
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