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The hexachord system, four line staff, sharps and naturals, sight singing syllables
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Laid the groundwork for modern notation, introduced a new note shape (minim), divided units into triple and duple
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Palestrina dedicated this to the pope. It demonstrated that sacred words could be intelligible in polyphonic music with 6 voices. Credited with saving polyphony
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One of the first pieces in history to specify what instruments played what parts, also the first piece of music in history to designate dynamics.
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The most influential publication of any music in the early 18th century. It launched the immense popularity of the Italian concerto throughout Europe.
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Most influential of all Theoretical Works. Codified practices of his contemporaries, especially Corelli. Became the basis for teaching functional harmony that is still used today.
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2 separate publications, each of which has 24 preludes and fugues in each major and minor keys.These demonstrate the possibilities for playing in all keys using an instrument tuned in near-equal temperament.
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Financed by private funds. Premiered numerous new works, including unpublished music. One of the finest orchestras in Europe.
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