Different Eras
- Ancient Era
- Medieval Era
- Renaissance
- Baroque
- Classical
- Romantic
- Modernist
- Postmodernist
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By Prarthana and Ohra.
By Prarthana and Ohra.
Music of the Ancient Era included simple instruments such as lyres, flutes, and drums. It was used in rituals, ceremonies, storytelling, and early theatre. Cultures like Egypt, Greece, and Mesopotamia contributed to early musical scales and notation ideas.
The Medieval era introduced Gregorian chant, early polyphony, and church music. Notation systems developed, allowing music to be preserved. Instruments included early organs, lutes, and harps.
Renaissance music focused on harmony, beauty, and human expression. Composers wrote complex vocal works, madrigals, and sacred music. Instruments like the viol, lute, and recorder evolved.
The Baroque era introduced dramatic expression, ornamentation, and contrast. Famous composers include Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi. Harpsichords and string orchestras became central.
The Classical era focused on balance, clarity, and elegant form. Composers like Mozart, Haydn, and early Beethoven shaped the symphony, sonata, and string quartet.
Romantic music emphasized emotion, passion, and dramatic storytelling. Composers expanded the orchestra and experimented with harmony. Key composers include Chopin, Liszt, and Tchaikovsky.
Modernist music broke tradition, introducing atonality, new rhythms, and abstract musical ideas. Composers explored sound in innovative ways, influenced by global and technological changes.
Postmodernist music mixes styles, cultures, and digital elements. It embraces experimentation, blending classical, electronic, and world music influences.