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A secular style of music. APEX
Secular music was played outside of church services.
it was the rebirth of time. That's what the renaissance was. So now what do u think? Huh? >.<
The word secular means 'non-religious', that's the dictionary definition. By the way, secular does not mean evil. Religious music is used during religious services or for personal devotions. Secular music is used in different ways.
The madrigal.
The Renaissance was a period of renewed interest in human-centered knowledge, which included a revival of classical learning, literature, art, and science. While there was a strong focus on humanism and individual achievement during the Renaissance, religion still played a significant role in society, and many Renaissance figures were devout Christians. The period saw a blending of secular and religious influences in various aspects of life.
It became more secular.
Secular music in the Renaissance was characterized by expressive melodies, playful rhythms, and text settings that reflected the emotions of the lyrics. Composers often wrote in vernacular languages, focusing on secular themes rather than religious texts. Secular music was performed widely in courts, public spaces, and social gatherings, contributing to a vibrant musical culture during this period.
madrigal
secular humanism as demonstrated during the renaissance.
Humanism
It became more secular.
Religious, Secular, and Instrumental
Humanism
It was more secular.
Renaissance society can not be described as being completely secular, as it was affected by many things that were religious. Art was generally dedicated to the church, new ideas about religion were brought forth, in particular the birth of Protestantism. Religious conflict was a huge characteristic of the Renaissance. It is decidedly non-secular (that is, not separate from Religion).