(A) Historical development of Western music styles

Topic 24 of 38 in the JAMB Music syllabus.

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Section: HISTORY AND LITERATURE OF WESTERN MUSIC

What this topic covers

  • in respect of the periods
  • (i) Medieval/Middle Age (800 – 1400).
  • (ii) Renaissance period (1400 – 1600).
  • (iii) Baroque period (1600 – 1750).
  • (iv) Classical period (1750 – 1820).
  • (v) Romantic period (1820 – 1900).
  • (vi) 20th Century (1900-1999).
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Source: official JAMB UTME Music syllabus (IBASS, jamb.gov.ng). Reproduced for study use. Last checked: 17 Sept 2026.

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