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Exploring the Music of the Middle Ages: Part 1 - Sacred Vocal Music
The auditory landscape of the Middle Ages, spanning nearly a thousand years from 476 to 1450, presents a fascinating insight into early Western music. This era, often referred to as the "Dark Ages," witnessed the decline of the Roman Empire, the rise of the Roman Catholic Church, and the gradual evolution of music notation—a pivotal moment for future musical development.