What are the basic characteristics of the music of the counter reformation?

Music Appreciation huh? Ha! Josquin

In 1648 as a response to the Protestant Reformation. The Counter-Reformation was a comprehensive effort, composed of four major elements:

1. Ecclesiastical or structural reconfiguration
2. Religious orders
3. Spiritual movements
4. Political dimensions

The music in all sense was more celebratory and thankful. It also so was very foundation with the Catholic Church.