Baroque Era – birth of the orchestra! 1600-1700, sounds of Baroque music remain iconic, distinct, poetic, ornate, emotive, enchanting.
Truly defining attributes of the Baroque era – harpsichord, viola, emergence of modern harmony. Charming combinations of 1 or more notes at the same time. Genius composers like Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Purcell, Monteverdi.
Religious music had an elaborate focus. Composers like Purcell, Handel, Bach made brilliant, beautiful music. Towering sacred Baroque canon – Bach’s St Matthew’s Passion, Handel’s Messiah.
Wish I were there…