About Frottola
Frottola is a music genre that emerged in Italy. It is usually classed as a form of song.
From Wikipedia
The frottola was the predominant type of Italian popular secular song of the late fifteenth and early sixteenth century. It was the most important and widespread predecessor to the madrigal. The peak of activity in composition of frottole was the period from 1470 to 1530, after which time the form was replaced by the madrigal.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Frottola.
- ↑ song
Frequently asked questions
What is Frottola?
Frottola is a music genre that emerged in Italy. It is usually classed as a form of song.
Where and when did Frottola originate?
Frottola originated in Italy.