The Period
The time span of the whole Renaissance Period.
What is 1400 to 1600?
These men were the four artists we discussed for the Renaissance period.
Who were Raphael, Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo?
What is Polyphony?
The invention of this mechanical tool allowed for music to spread even faster throughout the world, without the need to hand-write every part.
This is the English translation of the word "Renaissance."
What is Rebirth/Revival?
This theme included the revival of classical themes and explored an increased interest in Ancient Greek and Roman Philosophers
What is Classicism?
An Englishman who is considered to be the greatest composer of the Renaissance period.
Who is William Byrd?
With a ceiling painted by Michelangelo, this famous chapel is located in the Vatican City.
What is the Sistine Chapel?
The city where the Renaissance began.
What is Florence, Italy?
This artistic theme focuses on depicting the human body through anatomy, correct proportions, and natural expressions
What is Naturalism/Realism?
A form of Italian poetry that was sacred but non-liturgical, meaning "Praise" in English, which can be monophonic or polyphonic.
What is a Lauda/Laude?
This painter/sculptor created the famous Statue of David, which currently resides in Florence, Italy.
Who was Michalengelo?
This specific aspect of the Renaissance did not experience any advancements until around 100 years after the start of the period.
What is music?
This encouraged artists to be more expressive, and focused on unique human emotions and earthly achievements.
What is Individualism?
The two most common musical modes, for the Natural Major and Natural Minor scales
What are Ionian and Aeolian?
The precursor to the piano, one of the most popular instruments of the time.
What is the Harpsichord?
The biggest overarching theme of the Renaissance Art movement.
What is Humanism?
The oldest of the four artists, and was sponsored by the wealthy Medici family in Florence, Italy.
Who was Donatello?
A secular, polyphonic song that is usually performed Acapella (without instruments)
What is a Madrigal?
The master to Donatello in his younger years, this sculptor was famous during the Gothic era of the Medieval Period.
Who was Lorenzo Ghiberti?