Renaissance

The beginning of the Renaissance

1453

The rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature and art.

A musical event of the Renaissance

1478

The madrigal and other polyphonic forms of Renaissance music, such as the frottola and motet, could be sung at home.

A political timespan of the Renaissance

1500

taking place from the 14th century to the 17th century

A political event of the Renaissance

1509

Henry VIII came to power in England in 1509

Event for the end of the Renaissance

1527

Ended with the fall of Rome in 1527.

A cultural event of the Renaissance

1546

Promoted the rediscovery of classical philosophy, literature, and art.

A musical timespan of the Renaissance

1598

It was preceded by the Medieval period and followed by the Baroque period.