Two eras that changed the course of mankind were the Renaissance and the Reformation. The Renaissance‚ an era that takes its name from the French word for "rebirth‚" began in late 14th-century Italy. It came to maturity in the 15th century‚ and spread to the rest of Europe after the middle of that century. Following the devastation of the black plague‚ it marked not only the physical recovery of the human population across Europe‚ but also an artistic‚ intellectual‚ scientific‚ and philosophical
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One defining feature of Baroque era music was its connection to and expression of worship themes. Because many well-known composers during this time worked for the Church‚ sacred music was often written for specific religious occasions. A cultural value held by many composers during this time was to write to honor God. During the Baroque period‚ many composers developed more elaborate musical embellishments. Changes were made in musical notation and advancements in instrumental playing techniques
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From the Baroque period through the Postmodern era there are three artist that stands out to me with their work. Rembrandt’s Resurrection of Christ is a wonderful piece of art with its reflection of the Roman Soldiers and the reassuring presence of Christ. In 1808 Goya’s Third Day of May is a work that was created during the realism period. Which due to the war during this time it affected many artists by changing the content of their work to real life events. Like many others during this era this
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Basso Continuo A small accompanying ensemble of usually only two instruments that provides bass-driven chordal support is the basso continuo (continuous bass). During the baroque period‚ the harpsichord and a low string instrument formed the most common basso continuo. To prevent the high-flying melodies of the Baroque from spinning out of control‚ a strong harmonic support was needed. The double bass would play the bass line and the harpsichord would fill in the chords above the bass note‚ which
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four major eras of music‚ the Baroque‚ Classical‚ Romantic and Contemporary‚ one can hear distinguishing differences between the eras. Despite the fact that each representational sample of each era was no longer than ten minutes‚ there are still very prominent differentiating qualities to each era. Given that the Baroque Era was the earliest period of the orchestra and the time when it was first
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throughout history. In the 12th century chairs were mostly three-legged stools and benches. In the 13th-15th century chairs added backs and four legs to become chairs. High-backed and upright cathedral chairs were common. In the 16th-17th century as the Renaissance prospered‚ chairs became refined‚ lighter‚ more comfortable and more fancy. Looks became as important as function. A church was no longer the only patron of the arts noblemen were too. But European kings‚ particularly the French line of Louis XIII
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What were the primary influences that shaped the Baroque form in Italian and northern European Art and Architecture? Many believe the term Baroque derives from the Portuguese word barroco‚ meaning an irregularly shaped pearl (Sayre 677). Originally‚ it was used in a derogatory manner with connotations of bizarre and strange‚ implying bad taste. Ironically‚ some of the most profound and beautiful works of art and architecture were created in this era. Religion‚ economics‚ the rise of absolute monarchy
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Music Forms That Defined the Baroque Era The end of the renaissance period brought several artists and intellects together to discuss the revival of the Greek drama. Although several forms from the renaissance were still used‚ the development of new styles evolved‚ especially in the area of vocal music. Opera‚ oratorio and the cantata came directly from the theatrical desire to invoke the emotional awareness of their listeners through singing‚ while the concerto‚ sonata and suite gave the listener
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Essay: Baroque Opera through the Ages Baroque is defined as a historical period from about the start of the 1600s‚ through about the end of 1750. It is expressed as a style of music‚ art‚ and architecture which flourished in Europe during this time period. In this essay I will be defining what exactly Baroque Opera is‚ where it originated from and show those whom expressed this defining style. At the very early start of opera‚ which was pre 1600s‚ the first piece to be credited was written
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The Baroque period spanned from 1600 to 1750. The baroque period can be divided into three parts: early (1600-1640)‚ middle (1640-1680)‚ and late (1680-1750). Although today most people recognize the latest part as the baroque music‚ the earliest part was one of the most revolutionary phases in music history. The early baroque composers rejected the polyphony texture of the late Renaissance music and favored homophonic texture. They also focused on harmony rather than the complexity of melodic lines
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