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What technique did Monteverdi begin to employ that became distinctive of the Baroque period?

  • Fugue

  • Counterpoint

  • Basso continuo

  • Imitative polyphony

Answer

Monteverdi began to employ the basso continuo technique, which became a distinctive feature of the Baroque period. Basso continuo involves a continuous bass line that provides harmonic support for the melody and is typically played by a keyboard instrument and a bass instrument.
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