It is known that
in the 15th and 16th century a great interested for music existed in Europe.
This period was called Renaissance, meaning "the new life".
Many composers dedicated
themselves to their creations, while being protected by noblemen, princes
and kings. They wrote music for fun or for clerical services.
Printing was invented in
Germany, and Petrucci printed the first collection of songs in Italy in
1501.
Soon music was printed in
the whole Europe. Starting with the year 1500, instrumental music appeared.
Rich people started paying certain instruments for fun.
The madrigal is also connected
with Renaissance. These were love songs, sung by a small group of people,
without being accompanied by any instrument. The madrigal first appeared
in Italy and then scattered through Europe. Church music diversified and
new instrumental and vocal styles appeared.
