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LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

MUSIC 9

I. Introduction
K-Pop. Reggae. Jazz. Bossa Nova. Rock and Roll. These are just some
of the genres of music we enjoy now. Music has been part of our everyday
life. It has evolved alongside with man’s constant quest for growth and
development. With the emergence of different genres of music, it is also
important that we know how music evolved into the music we enjoy
nowadays.
In this Learning Activity Sheet, we will altogether see the beauty of
Music as we learn the first three periods of Western Music classified as
Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque.

II. Learning Competency

Describes Vocal and Instrumental Music of Medieval, Renaissance and
Baroque (MU9MRB-Ia-h1)

III. Objectives
At the end of this learning activity sheet, you are expected to:
1. distinguish vocal and instrumental music of the Medieval, Renaissance
and Baroque periods
2. listen perceptively to selected vocal and instrumental music of Medieval,
Renaissance and Baroque Period
3. sing simple melodies of Vocal music from Medieval, Renaissance or
Baroque music

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IV. Discussion
Music of the Medieval Period (700-1400)
The Medieval period is also known as “Middle Ages” or “Dark Ages”. It
is the longest “period” of music (it covers 900 years!!) and runs right through
from around the time of the fall of the Western Roman Empire to the
beginning of the Renaissance.
Gregorian Chant
Monophonic plainchant or Gregorian chant
was named after Pope Gregory I, who made
this the approved music of the Catholic Church.
Pope Gregory’s action made monophonic
plainchants popular. Although it was originally
transmitted orally, scholars agreed to put it in
notation to assist dissemination of chants
across Europe.
Sample of Gregorian Chant – Deum Verum (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kK5AohCMX0U)
Characteristics of the Gregorian Chants:
• Monophonic – consists a single musical line, without accompaniment
• Free meter – music that has no meter or time signature
• Modal – uses musical scale called modes
• Usually based on Latin Liturgy
• Use of Neume notation
The music sheet below is a notated Gregorian Chant written in Neumes

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 During the latter part of the Medieval
Period, secular music which was not bound
by Catholic traditions emerged. Most of these
songs were performed across Europe by
groups of musicians called Troubadours.
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZ6ykg0TYug)

Characteristics of the Gregorian Chants:

• Usually monophonic
• Sometimes with improvised accompaniment
• Tells of chivalry and courtly love
• Originated in France
• Written in the French language
Comprehension Check!!!
***Which of the characteristics of Gregorian Chant have you heard in Deum
Verum?
***Based on what you have heard, do you agree that the melody of
Gregorian Chants tell about chivalry and courtly love? Why?

Music of the Renaissance Period (1400 – 1600)

The term ―Renaissance comes from the word ―renaitre which means
“rebirth”, ―revival”, and ―rediscovery. The Renaissance Period is a period of
of ―looking back‖ to the Golden Age of Greece and Rome. This era is also
known as the “Golden Age of A Capella Music”.
Lute was the prominent
instrument of the renaissance era.
The influence of the Roman
Catholic Church started to decline
as the new music genre arose.
Though sacred music was still of
great importance, secular music
became more prominent in the
renaissance period.

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Vocal Music of the Renaissance Period
1. Mass – is a form of sacred musical composition that sets texts of the
Eucharistic liturgy into music.
Characteristics of the Mass:
• Polyphonic - simultaneous combination of two or more tones or
melodic lines
• May be sung a cappella or with orchestral accompaniment
• Text may be syllabic (one note set to each syllable), neumatic (a few
notes set to one syllable), or melismatic (many notes to one syllable)
Five Main Sections of Mass:
1. Kyrie (Lord Have Mercy) -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n8XdKkrqgo
2. Gloria (Glory to God in the Highest) -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5k3bfqQ1SpU
3. Credo (I Believe in One God) -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC08uSV60ss
4. Sanctus and Benedictus (Holy, holy and Blessed Is He) -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVtK_R7I66s
5. Agnus Dei (Lamb of God) -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePqqoag8s1E

2. Madrigal - is a secular vocal polyphonic music composition which

originated from Italy. It is written and expressed in a poetic text and sung
during courtly social gatherings. It is the most important secular form
during the Renaissance period.
Characteristics of the Madrigal:
• Polyphonic
• Sung a cappella
• Through–composed
• Frequently in 3 to 6 voices
Sample of Madrigal – It Was a Lover and His Lass – T. Morley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQ3XbrnLRM0
Fire Fire my Heart – T. Morley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlzfKc6yh9Y

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Comprehension Check!!!
*** Which madrigal did you enjoy more? Why?
*** There are five main sections of the Mass. Which of the following is the
only section of Mass with Greek text?
*** Are we still using the 5 main sections of Mass today? Can you give some
titles of songs?

Music of the Baroque Period (1685 – 1750)

The word Baroque is derived from the Portuguese word ―barroco”
which means ―pearl of irregular shape.
During this time, the arts highlighted grandiose and elaborate
ornamentation. These were clearly seen in the musical compositions created
by Baroque composers.
New instrumental techniques and changes in musical notation were
developed. Major and minor tonality was also created in this period. A lot of
the musical terms and concepts that evolved in this era are still used today.
Characteristics of Baroque Music:
• Melodies sound elaborate and ornamental
• Melodies are not easy to sing or remember
• Primarily contrapuntal textures with some homophony
• Dynamic contrast – alternation between loud and soft
• Music genres—operas, oratorios, suites, tocatas, concertó grosso,
fugue
• Orchestra consists of strings and continuo
• Harpsichord and organ are the keyboard instruments that are
commonly used
• New forms
1. Binary – music divided into 2 different sections called A and B
2. Ternary – consisting of three sections, the third section normally
either a literal or a varied repeat of the first represented as ABA
3. Ground bass - short, recurring melodic pattern in the bass part of a
composition
4. Fugue - contrapuntal compositional technique in two/more voices

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Music Genres of Baroque Music
1. Concerto – A form of orchestral music that employs a solo instrument
accompanied by an orchestra.
Handel’s Oboe Concerto No.3 in G minor HWV 287, La Divina Armonia
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PlhsxoihRA
Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons, Spring
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3nSvIiBNFo

*** Which video did you enjoy more? Why?

2. Concerto Grosso - A form of orchestral music during the Baroque Period
wherein the music is between a small group of solo instruments called
concertino and the whole orchestra called tutti.
Allegro from Concerto Grosso in G Major op. 6 no. 1 House of Dreams
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUDhxZKUvEg
Handel’s Concerto Grosso for two violins, cello, strings and basso continuo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a32nicpS3rk
*** Which video did you enjoy more? Why?
*** What is the most evident difference between Concerto ad Concerto
Grosso?

3. Fugue- contrapuntal piece, developed mainly by imitative counterpoint. It

is usually written in 3 or 4 parts, with a main theme called ―subject. The
entire piece grows mainly from a single brief tune of strong musical
character.
Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D minor
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nnuq9PXbywA
Fugue in G minor BWV 578 – J.S Bach
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhRa3REdozw

Comprehension Check!!!
*** Did you hear melodies that imitate each other? Which part?

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4. Oratorio – a large scale musical composition for orchestra and voices that
incorporates narratives on religious themes. Unlike usual theatrical works,
this is usually performed without the use of costumes, scenery, or action. It
is usually written in the native language for the intended audience.
Messiah “Hallelujah Chorus” - G.F Handel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VI6dsMeABpU

Comprehension Check!!!
*** What are the major differences of an Oratorio from an Opera?

5. Chorale – musical compositions that resemble a harmonized version of

hymnal tunes of the Protestant Church during the Baroque era.
(Homestuck) Well Manicured Man
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeBakTvwEes

Comprehension Check!!!
*** Have you watched any modern chorale presentation? Can you identify
any similarities between the chorales of the Baroque Period and chorales of
the present time?

V. Activities
A. Multiple Choice
______1. Which period is also known as Dark Ages?
a. Medieval Period c.Baroque Period
b. Renaissance Period d. Classical Period
______2. What do you call the group of musicians that perform secular
music?
a. Troubadours c. Madrigal
b. Chorale d. Oratorio
______3. What do you call a through–composed vocal music composition
written in a poetic text?
a. Troubador c. Mass
b. Madrigal d. Chorale
______4. What refers to the extended musical setting of sacred music?
a. Fugue c. Chorale
b. Oratorio d. Concerto
______5. What do you call a large scale musical composition for orchestra
and voices that incorporate narratives on religious themes?
a. Oratorio c. Concerto Grosso
b. Madrigal d. Troubadours

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B. Cross out the word that doesn’t belong to the given Music period.
6. 7. 8.
. MEDIEVAL MUSIC BAROQUE MUSIC RENAISSANCE MUSIC
GREGORIAN CHANT NEUME NOTATION MASS
TROUBADORS CONCERTO CHORALE
MADRIGAL ORATORIO SECULAR

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BAROQUE MUSIC MEDIEVAL MUSIC
ELABORATE MONOPHONIC
DYNAMIC CONTRAST MODAL
SIMPLE ENGLISH LITURGY

VI. Assessment
A. LISTENING ACTIVITY. There will be 5 songs you will be listening to.
You have to analyze the elements of music of each song using the table
below. Encircle the element depending on the music you are listening to.

Song # 1 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUZEtVbJT5c

ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
TEXT / SYLLABIC NEUMATIC MELLISMATIC
SETTING
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

Song # 2 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAdcE4OlBHc

ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
TEXT / SYLLABIC NEUMATIC MELLISMATIC
SETTING
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

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Song # 3 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFHPRi0ZeXE

ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
STYLE CONCERTO ORATORIO FUGUE
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

Song # 4 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o4vE2lZWZVU

ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
STYLE MASS MADRIGAL
TEXTURE MONOPHINIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

Song # 5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orRhbqcJ90I

ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
STYLE MASS MADRIGAL
TEXTURE MONOPHINIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

B. Sing It!!!
Now, we will learn to sing an excerpt from one of the most famous Oratorios
ever existed, The “Hallelujah Chorus” of George Friedrich Handel. You will
be given a link that you will be listening to. Below are the criteria and the
lyrics. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YaGwI7GjlA

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VII. Reflection
A. Fill in each blank with the correct letter to complete the word or words
being defined in each number.
1. Monophonic plainchant is also known as __ R __ __ O __ I __ N chant
which was named after Pope Gregory the I.
2. T __ __U __ A __ O __ __ S are group of musicians that performs across
Europe.
3. In a Concerto Grosso, the whole orchestra is known as __ __ T __ I.
4. Fugue is a contrapuntal piece with a main theme called S __ B __ __ C __
5. Baroque is derived from a Portuguese word __ A R __ __ __ __.

B. Code – Decode. Try to decode the words below by following the clue A=1
and Z=26.
The first three periods of Western Music History are classified as
Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque. Each period has its distinctive
characteristics, historical and cultural background.
A type of music from the Medieval Era is
7 18 5 7 15 18 9 1 14 3 8 1 14 20
which was mainly used in the early Christian church.
Music during the Renaissance Period became an important leisure
activity. Members of the upper class were expected to have received musical
training. Imitative is the distinctive characteristic of
16 15 12 25 16 8 15 14 25
Renaissance music.
The Baroque Period is characterized by and
7 18 1 14 4
ornamentation of sculptures, theaters, arts and music.
5 12 1 2 15 18 1 20 5
The music genres which flourished during the Baroque Period were
the Concerto, Fugue, the Oratorio and the .
3 8 15 18 1 12 5

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VIII. References

https://www.baroque.org/baroque/whatis

https://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/periods-genres/baroque/

https://courses.lumenlearning.com/musicappreciation_with_theory/chapte
r/overview-of-medieval-music/

https://www.musictheoryacademy.com/periods-of-music/medieval-music/

https://courses.lumenlearning.com/musicappreciation_with_theory/chapte
r/renaissance-music/

Department of Education – Bureau of Learning Resources.Music and Arts.

Learner’s Material for Music and Arts Grade 9

Prepared by:

KASTHINE CYRA R. BELTRAN

Teacher I
Zambales National High School
Iba District

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 Key to Correction

I. Discussion (Comprehension Check)

Answers may vary

II. ACTIVITIES
A. MULTIPLE CHOICE B. Cross out
1. A 6. Madrigal
2. A 7. Neume Notation
3. B 8. Secular
4. C 9. Simple
5. A 10. English Litury

III. Listening Activity

Song #1
ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
TEXT / SYLLABIC NEUMATIC MELLISMATIC
SETTING
STYLE CONCERTO ORATORIO FUGUE
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

Song #2
ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
TEXT / SYLLABIC NEUMATIC MELLISMATIC
SETTING
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

Song #3
ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
STYLE CONCERTO ORATORIO FUGUE
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

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Song #4
ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
STYLE MASS MADRIGAL
TEXTURE MONOPHONIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

Song #5
ELEMENTS D E S C R I P T I O N
LANGUAGE LATIN GREEK ENGLISH
FORM VOCAL INSTRUMENTAL
STYLE MASS MADRIGAL
TEXTURE MONOPHINIC HOMOPHONIC POLYPHONIC

IV. Reflection
A. FILL IN THE BLANK B. CODE-DECODE
1. GREGORIAN 6. GREGORIAN CHANT
2. TROUBADOURS 7. COUNTERPOINT
3. TUTTI 8. GRAND
4. SUBJECT 9. ELABORATE
5. BARROCO 10. CHORALE

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