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