Middle Ages- general Flashcards
In a C major scale, what mode begins on G?
mixolydian
In a C major scale, what mode begins on C?
ionian
In a C major scale, what mode begins on F?
lydian
Polyphony led to the creation of the “rhythmic modes,” based on…
the triple division of the beat as a reflection of the Holy Trinity
In a C major scale, what mode begins on B?
Locrian
What is the structure of a Virelai?
The structure of the virelai was A-B-B-A.
In a C major scale, what mode begins on A?
aolian
In the Middle Ages, Much music was transmitted…
orally
what is the structure of a Ballade?
The structure of the ballade was typically A-A-B.
What is the structure of a rondeau?
The structure of the rondeau came in several complex forms, but the simplest was AB-aAab-AB.
A and B are the repeated refrain parts using the same refrain text.
a and b use the music of the refrain with new text.
Which were the only instruments considered appropriate for worship and liturgical practice in the Middle Ages?
organ and voice
In a C major scale, what mode begins on E?
phrygian
In a C major scale, what mode begins on D?
dorian
