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Opera
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An art form in which singers and musicians perform a dramatic work combining text) and musical score, usually in a theatrical setting
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Minuet
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A graceful dance in three-quarter meter and moderate tempo
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Oratorio
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A musical setting of a religious or epic text, for soloists, chorus and orchestra; usually performed without scenery, costumes or dramatic action
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What are the characteristics of the Italian Baroque?
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1. Florid Ornamentation
2. Spatial Grandeur 3. Theatrical Flamboyance |
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Is the Northern Baroque inclined more towards sacred or secular subject matter?
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Secular
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Who was the most important patron of the Aristocratic Baroque?
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Louis XIV of France
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Who contributed significantly to the Birth of professional dance and transforming dance into an independent art form?
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Louis XIV of France
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What is a concerto?
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One or two solo instrument with orchestral accompaniment
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What is a concerto gross?
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Small instrumental group and orchestra
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Messiah, Hallelujah Chorus: Who is the composer? What is the genre? - From the Baroque Period
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Handel
Oratorio |
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"Watcher auf, ruft uns die Stimme": Who is the composer? What is the genre? What instrument is playing? - From the Baroque Period
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J.S. Bach
Chorale Prelude Organ |
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The Four Seasons "Spring" (1st Movement): Who is the composer? What is the genre? - From the Baroque Period
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Vivaldi
Concerto |
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Brandenburg Concerto No. 5: Who is the composer? What is this type of music? - From the Baroque Period
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Bach
Concerto Grosso |