What was originally used in Renaissance secular vocal music?

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Vocal secular music was also popular; and musicians were often employed to back up vocalists. Secular music began including a wide array of musical instruments, such as lutes, recorders, the dulcimer, the lyre, and the rebec.
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In Renaissance secular vocal music, the predominant form was the madrigal. Madrigals were typically written for four to six voices and featured secular texts, often exploring themes of love and nature. They were characterized by intricate polyphony and expressive word painting, where the music reflected...
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In Renaissance secular vocal music, the predominant form was the madrigal. Madrigals were typically written for four to six voices and featured secular texts, often exploring themes of love and nature. They were characterized by intricate polyphony and expressive word painting, where the music reflected the meaning of the text. read less
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