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The Renaissance madrigal was a secular vocal music composition that emerged in Italy during the late 14th century and flourished in the 16th century. Characterized by its expressive text setting, intricate counterpoint, and emotional depth, madrigals were typically written for multiple voices and often explored themes of love, nature, and human experience. Composers like Claudio Monteverdi and Thomas Morley played significant roles in popularizing the form, which became a staple of Renaissance music. The madrigal's blend of poetry and music contributed to the development of later Western Classical Music.

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