Which element refers to musically depicting the emotion in the words of a musical piece?
A intellectual movement of humanism
B. word painting
C. balancing the usage of rhythm and tone color
D. combining lyrics and rhythm in a motet

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Answer:

The correct option is;

B. Word painting

Explanation:

Word painting is the musical art of composition of music literally describing by reflection the action of the lyrics of the music. Word painting is also referred to as text painting or tone painting. Word painting is a technique commonly used in Renaissance music such as madrigals and the technique of word painting can also be found in church music such as in Hendel's Messiah

An example of word painting is where ascending set of musical notes will be paired with lyrics about increasing.

Answer: B. Word painting

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