jan 1, 1527 - "Tant que vivray" Sermisy
Description:
New form of French chanson. Characterized by repetitive form, lighthearted words, lively rhythms, and syllabic/homophonic textures. Composer sought not to text-paint, but instead to generally capture the good cheer and optimism of the text.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1527
Now
~ 498 years ago