Martin Luther did the most for the genre during the Renaissance.

Mass
Madrigal
Chant
Chorale
Chanson

probably madrigal

for many centuries, the catholic church has been a patron of the arts. the church has used various scientific methods to maintain its power.

not 100% sure though!

1. red- the color of blood

2. black- the color of the darkness in my soul

3. white- the color of the clouds

4. orange- a fruit

5. blue- the color of water