Composers
Arguably the greatest composer of the Baroque era
Who is Bach?
A staged work with costumes, scenery, and acting.
What is Opera?
"Water Music"
What is the name of the Suite that Handel composed for the King of England and was performed on barges (on the river)?
Known as the "Red Priest"
Who is Vivaldi?
Named after Oratories.
What is oratorio?
"Spring"
What is the movement of the "Four Seasons" by Vivaldi that included instruments imitating birds, a stream, and thunder and lightning?
Known as the "Father of the Oratorio"
Who is Handel?
A sermon set to music
What is a Cantata?
An instrumental work made up of many short movements based on dance rhythms from other countries.
What is a Suite?