In the Northern Renaissance, the three main types of music were sacred choral music, secular vocal music, and instrumental music. Sacred choral music, characterized by polyphony, was often performed in churches and featured composers like Josquin des Prez. Secular vocal music included songs for both solo voices and ensembles, reflecting themes of love and daily life, often using vernacular languages. Instrumental music began to gain prominence, with the development of various genres for instruments, including dance music and consort music.
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