The Baroque Era Flashcards
What is Baroque?
An extravagant style of art characterized by having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression
What years define the Baroque Era?
1600-1750
What significant event marked the beginning of the Baroque Era?
The birth of opera
When did the Baroque Era end?
When Bach died in 1750
Describe the characteristics of Baroque style in architecture.
Buildings were dynamic and dramatic, both using and breaking the rules of classical architecture
What was the role of the Florentine Camerata?
A group of humanists, musicians, poets, and intellectuals who discussed and guided trends in the arts, especially music and drama
What did the Florentine Camerata want to revive?
They wanted to bring back the Greek tragedies and have them sung, not spoken
Who is referred to as the Sun King?
Louis XIV (14)
What did Louis XIV choose as his personal emblem?
The sun, symbolizing Apollo, the god of peace and the arts
What does the term ‘Prima Practica’ refer to?
Early Baroque music that looks to the style of Palestrina
What is ‘Seconda Practica’?
The counterpart to prima practica, involving significant changes in vocal music aimed at departing from strict counterpoint
What is the Doctrine of Affections?
The idea that music could express and evoke specific emotions
Define ‘Affect’ in the context of music.
The premise that every work or movement of music can and should convey a single predominant emotion
What is ‘Basso Continuo’?
Figured Bass
What does ‘Stile Recitativo’ refer to?
A style of singing that was less structured and delivered text more clearly
What is ‘Stile Concertato’ characterized by?
Interaction of two or more groups of instruments or voices
What is ‘Figured Bass’?
A system of musical shorthand where numbers are placed below the bassline to represent what notes should be played in the chord
What does ‘Monody’ refer to?
A style featuring a single melodic line
What is the significance of ‘Air de Cour’?
Considered one of the most important pieces of secular music in the early 17th century
What was the impact of the 30 Years War on German-speaking lands?
Left them in economic depression
What was the Edict of Nantes?
Brought peace between French Catholics and the Protestants
What major scientific advancements occurred during the Scientific Revolution?
Advancements in astronomy and navigation
Who proposed that all planets orbit the sun?
Nicolaus Copernicus
What is ‘Rhythmic Freedom’ in Baroque music?
Elaborate, complex rhythms that shifted abruptly
