Characteristics of Baroque and
Reanaissance music
The shift in music from the
Renaissance to the Baroque was quite dramatic. Particularly regarding
instrumentation, function, texture, melody and harmony, the changes were
striking and long-lasting. Much of our current music still employs conventions
fostered during this era. We will discuss these conventions. The shift is seen
in pieces by Purcell, Gabrieli, Weelkes, Monteverdi and Vivaldi. Music by these
composers will be considered.
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