Week 2 Flashcards
the alternation between loud and soft
Dynamic Contrast
Derived from the Portuguese word ‘barroco’ which means pearl or irregular shape
Baroque
Form of orchestral music that employs a solo instrument accompanied by an orchestra
Concerto
A form of orchestral music during the Baroque Era wherein the music between a small group of solo instruments called Concertino and the whole orchestra called Tutti
Concerto Grosso
music between a small group of solo instruments
Concertino
whole orchestra
Tutti
a contrapuntal piece, developed mainly by imitative counterpoint. It is usually written into 2 or 3 parts, with the main theme called ‘subject’. The entire piece grows mainly from a single brief tune of strong musical character
Fugue
incorporates narratives on religious themes. Unlike other theatrical works, this is usually performed without the use of costumes, scenery, or action. It is usually written in the native language for the intended audience
Oratorio
a musical composition that resembles a harmonized version of hymnal tunes of the protestant church during the Baroque era
Chorale
During this time, the arts highlighted grandiose and elaborate ornamentation
Baroque Period
keyboard instruments that are commonly used
Harpsichord and Organ
His most important and long-term position was as - cantor at St. Thomas Church
Johann Sebastian Bach
il Prete Rosso
The red priest
was the composer of the four seasons and one of the greatest Baroque composers
Antonio Vivaldi
England’s favorite composer
George Friedrich Handel
