Baroque Era: Exam 3 Flashcards
Which of the following does not characterize the Baroque era?
an age of freedom and democracy
The number of players needed to perform a Baroque basso continuo is:
Two
The ______ is the song in an opera that drives the plot:
Recitative.
Bach was known as a virtuoso on:
The organ
Which does not characterize an oratorio?
Elaborate scenery
The term Baroque probably derives from:
a Portuguese word meaning an irregularly shaped pearl
How many players are needed to perform a trio sonata?
four
The _______ is s Baroque instrumental form that is made up of a collection of dances such as Allemande, Courante, etc.
Dance Suite
Who was the greatest and most prolific Italian composer of concertos?
Vivaldi
Water Music by Handel is best described as a:
Suite
What is the principal element of a fugue?
Counterpoint
A highly emotional song in an opera is called:
An aria
_________ was born in Germany and studied in Italy, but spent much of his creative life in England.
Handel
A luthern Cantata is best described as:
A sacred work performed as part of a church service.
The primary tonality used during the Baroque was:
Major- Minor
