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Background Information
The baroque period is considered to be from 1600-1750, with the late baroque era to be during 1680-1750. The term "baroque" was coined by nineteenth century musicians. It was a time period of rich and diverse music.
Characteristics:
- Contrast: compositions used differences between loud and soft, solo and ensemble in concertos, and the timbres of different instruments as a dramatic effect.
- Composers focused on melody and harmony rather than complicated polyphony.
- Different instrumental sounds were used: no clear tuning pitch, unspecified performance techniques, and new timbres.
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Composers:
- Corelli
- Vivaldi
- Telemann
- J.S. Bach
- Handel
- Purcell
Compositions:
- Vivaldi's Four Seasons
- Pachelbel's Canon
- Bach Cello Suites
- Brandenburg Concertos
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