Archaeological Perspectives on Renaissance Music Creation and Its Influence on Subsequent Musical Development

Abstract

This paper, from an archaeological perspective, systematically analyzes the concepts and artistic forms of music creation during the Renaissance period, explores its influence on the development of subsequent music, and summarizes its enlightenment to contemporary music creation. Firstly, it reviews the historical background of the Renaissance and combing es the main ideas of music creation, including the impact of humanism, the role of the religious Reformation, and the development of polyphonic music. Secondly, it analyzes the main musical genres and their artistic characteristics during the Renaissance, such as masses, motets, and madrigals, showcasing the diversity and innovation of music creation during this period. Through case studies of representative musical works, the paper reveals the significant influence of Renaissance music on Baroque, Classical, and Romantic music. Finally, it summarizes the enlightenment of Renaissance music to modern music creation and emphasizes its important value in music education and artistic practice. This paper aims to provide new insights and perspectives on music history and theory through an in-depth study of Renaissance music.