Historical Context
This is the translation or meaning for the word renaissance.
What is 'rebirth'?
This style/type of music was most popular during the renaissance. An example of this is the motet.
What is Sacred music?
He lived during the Baroque period, had 2 wives, 20 children (and he is also Mr. W's favorite composer)
Who is Bach?
What is a Chanson?
This invention helped with the expansion of music across Europe.
What is The Printing Press?
This instrument, eventually replaced by the piano, reigned supreme during the Baroque period.
What is the Harpsichord?
He was a German born composer who died an English nobleman and created some of the greatest royal music still used today.
Who is Handel?
These two baroque styles are essentially the same, however one features an orchestral accompaniment and one does not. This is the style not accompanied by an orchestra.
What is a sonata?
These are the start and end dates of the Baroque period (taken from the notes/slides reviewed in class)
What is 1600 - 1750?
During the Renaissance, between vocal and instrumental music, one was more dominant (used more).
What is Vocal?
Who is Vivaldi?
This is a drama sung to orchestral music incorporating all elements of the arts.
What is the 'Opera'?
These are the start and end dates of the Renaissance period (taken from the notes/slides reviewed in class)
What is 1400 - 1600?
These were the only people to give work to musicians during the Renaissance and early Baroque periods (give two).
Who are the Royal Courts, Churches, and Aristocracy?
This famous Renaissance composer was known as the inventor or creator of the opera.
Who is Monteverdi?
Basso Continuo is a style of music from this period.
What is the Baroque Period?