Discuss the change in emphasis from religious to secular art.
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The change in aesthetic values was related to the iconoclast movement, which rejected the presence of religious images for fear of practicing idolatry. Commissions of religious art evaporated, so other styles took over, such as portraiture and landscapes. Cycle paintings, although not religious in theme, often had a moral message.
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A. channel spiritual energy. B. scare away evil. C. depict a story. D. illustrate musical lyrics.
Describe how Trevor Paglen uses the medium of photography in an innovative way.
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Which two types of music are combined in Klezmer jazz?
a. Blues and Latin jazz b. Jewish music and jazz c. Classical music and jazz d. Native American music and jazz
Who had the greatest influence on the style of Lee Konitz?
a) Lester Young b) Gerry Mulligan c) Charlie Parker d) Coleman Hawkins