Music from the baroque period features for the first time. a: functional tonalityb: brass instrumentsc: polyphonic texturesd: accents

The gregorian chant was a major cultural milestone in the middle ages. it was one of the first codified forms of music meant to be played as written, where previously it was difficult to mass-produce and disseminate any music. what's more, these chants were also some of the first examples of musical notation: the notes and bars of today's music sheets are a reflection of centuries of evolution beginning with these chants. it became official throughout the entirety of the catholic church, meaning that nearly all of europe followed this musical notation and styling.

Italian composer who wrote 39 operas, as well as some sacred music, songs, chamber music and piano pieces.

Iwould say overhead, b/c front would shine in their face, and might mess up the picture, especially if taken by a so either front or overhead, but i'm leaning towards overhead