Baroque Period Flashcards
When was Vivaldi born?
March 4, 1678
Where was Vivaldi born
Venice, Italy
What is an interesting fact about Vivaldi?
He was called the red priest because his hair was red
What type of music did Vivaldi compose?
Choirs
Orchestras
Harpsichord
Organ
What is a well known piece Vivaldi composed?
4 seasons
When was Handel born?
February 23,1685
Where was Handel born?
Halle, Germany
What are some interesting facts about Handel?
He was supposed to be a lawyer
Worked for the king
What types of music did Handel compose?
Choral music
Orchestra
Harpsichord
What is a well known piece Handel composed?
Messiah
Overature
Minuet
When was Bach born?
March 31, 1685
Where was Bach born?
Germany
What are some interesting facts about Bach?
He walked 250 miles to visit a composer
Bach married his cousin and had 7 children and 4 of them became composers
What type of music did Bach compose?
Orchestra
Organ
Harpsichord
Vocal music
What is a well known piece Bach composed?
Jesu
Prelude and fugue in F minor
