Medieval

Description

Medieval music typically features monophonic and polyphonic textures, with the use of instruments such as the lute, harp, and recorder. It often includes Gregorian chants and secular songs, characterized by their modal melodies and lack of harmony.

History

Medieval music spans from roughly the 5th to the 15th century, evolving from the early Christian church music and secular songs of the time. It laid the foundation for the development of Western music, transitioning from monophonic Gregorian chants to more complex polyphonic structures by the end of the era.