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In middle ages music Is two part organum easier to follow or monophonic plainchant?

Plainchant is pretty simple and easy to follow. But so is two part organum. The only trouble with two part organum is that neither voice dominates, and they are not quite identical in the melodic line, so you can't tell which really dominates by listening. There is a link below where you can find more information.


How did francis bacon?

Francis Bacon was an English philosopher, statesman, and essayist, known for his development of the scientific method and empirical approach to knowledge. He emphasized observation and experimentation as key components of scientific inquiry, advocating for a systematic methodology to gain understanding of the natural world. Bacon’s works, particularly "Novum Organum," laid the groundwork for modern scientific thought and the philosophy of science. His ideas significantly influenced the Enlightenment and the subsequent development of modern scientific disciplines.


The earliest type of polyphony was?

The earliest type of polyphony is known as organum, which emerged in the early Middle Ages. Initially, it involved adding a second melodic line to a plainchant, typically in parallel motion at a fixed interval, often a fourth or fifth. This practice evolved over time, leading to more complex forms of polyphonic music. Organum laid the foundation for the development of Western classical music and the intricate polyphonic structures that followed.


What did sir Francis Bacon do for science?

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) lived a long and active life, which included positions in high public offices and the writing of many influential scientific and other works. His achievements in the 1600s, in the latter half of his life, include the publication (in 1620) of perhaps his most influential book, "Novum Organum," his marriage in 1606, and his fall from public office (due to charges of corruption) in 1621.


How did Leonin and Perotin contribute to the middle ages?

They were both famous composers of the time. They are also two of the few composers from the Middle Ages who are known to have existed then. --- They developed organum, which was a step between unison chanting and counterpoint.