Renaissance for Students - Renaissance Art, Music & Literature (VIDEO)

The Renaissance was a brilliant period of artistic achievement and innovation, reflected in the art, literature and music of this time. Renaissance artists were in great demand by wealthy patrons seeking original paintings, sculptures, poetry, plays, music and more. Renaissance Art, Music & Literature explores the newly discovered uses of realism, mathematics and perspective in art; the introduction of new musical instruments and changes in musical style; and how literature flourished thanks to the invention of the printing press. Explore the lives and masterpieces of Renaissance legends, including Leonardo, Machiavelli and Shakespeare, whose works continue to be admired and emulated today.

Grades: 5 to 9