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Instrumental Baroque Music, 2004.
This paper examines the characteristics of baroque instrumental music.
2,260 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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In this examination of the characteristics of baroque instrumental music, the writer presents the historical background. The writer discusses technological innovations regarding baroque instrumental music. The writer also looks at regional and geographical influences in this regard.
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"... saw a dramatic change in musical styles particularly with regard to instrumental music. Instrumental music was secondary to music for voice. Words were a key part of music with instruments serving largely as accompaniment. That began to change as technology brought about better instruments and more varied instruments, capable of producing varying dynamics and with a wider range in tones. Increasingly, composers focused on the intricacies of instrumental music in some ... "
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Classical and Baroque Musical Styles, 2004.
A comparison of the Classical and Baroque musical styles.
1,104 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 26.95
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This paper compares and contrasts two musical forms - Classical and Baroque. The paper explains that besides the distinctive use of dynamics, tonality and rhythm, it is also important to remember that despite the fact Baroque and Classical music sound similar today,there were distinct differences in the instruments played and the venues where these musical styles were performed.
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"In common musical parlance today, the word 'Classical' is often used to connote any kind of music, other than contemporary or popular music, from an earlier period of Western music. However, it is important to remember that the Classical period of music is actually a distinct musical period, usually confined to the 19th century. The Classical musical period, which reached its zenith in Beethoven, came directly after the 18th century Baroque periods of Bach and Hayden. Thus, both periods were great, if distinct periods of musical development that fed into one another. "
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Baroque Music, 2005.
An analysis of Baroque music.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 24.95
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This paper analyzes the characteristics of Baroque music, which lasted from 1600 to 1750. This style has a multitude of historical components, which the paper addresses. The paper moves on to analyze specific elements of the style, such as the use of sharp contrasts to develop a wide range of emotion in the listeners. It ends with a discussion of famous composers from this period.
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"The term 'Baroque' refers to a type of music whose historical period lasted from around 1600 to 1750, and the latter part of this period, from about 1700 to 1750, came to be referred to as 'high baroque.' It can be said that baroque music closed the year its most notable composer, Johann Sebastian Bach, died, as his death occurred in 1750. While the term 'baroque' itself was originally meant as a derogatory word to describe the period, it has come to signify an important movement in musical history. The general characteristics of the style involve the use of ornamentation and contrasting elements to express the emotion and movement of the pieces of music. The baroque period can only be fully discussed when it is analyzed in light of its historical construction, the central elements of the music itself, and the composers which made its music famous, most remarkably, Johann ..."
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Baroque vs. Classical Music, 2004.
This paper compares and contrasts Baroque and Classical music.
2,654 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 54.95
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This paper discusses how, at first glance, the Baroque music period and Classical music periods seem to be very much alike. They do, in fact, have many similarities, such as the same basic orchestral and chamber ensembles used in both periods. However, by carefully analyzing each period, this paper explains how distinct differences can be found.
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"The word ?Baroque? comes from the Italian word barocco, which literally translates to bizarre, however some feel that when dealing with the arts, exuberant is closer to the aim of the translation, and exuberant is a word that perfectly fits this style of music. Although Baroque was first used to describe ornately decorated buildings in Austria and Germany, it quickly became used to describe a similarly ornate period of music."
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Baroque Vs. Classical Music, 2007.
This paper discusses and contrasts the Baroque style versus the Classical style of music.
766 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 18.95
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The paper examines differences in the Baroque and the Classical music styles. The paper looks at the melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, form and dynamics of both styles. The paper discusses the Sonata Allegro form and what types of works commonly use this form. The paper discusses the music of Mozart and relates that he is often seen as a bridge between the Baroque and the Classical eras.
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"In contrast to Classical music, Baroque music primarily tries to create a feeling of continuity rather than tell a story through a developing, evolving, or shifting use of melody. In Baroque pieces, the opening melody will be heard over and over again in the course of the piece. Many Baroque melodies are quite ornamental and elaborate while Classical melodies are much less adorned, and much easier to play and to remember ("Characteristics of Baroque Music," Thinkquest.org, 2007; "Characteristics of Baroque Music," Thinkquest.org, 2007). This greater simplicity allowed Classical composers to play with the use melody more within the different movements of the piece."
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Baroque and Rock, 2002.
A paper which compares baroque music to the rock music of the 1970s.
1,376 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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The paper traces the history of baroque music which reached its peak in the 1700s with musicians such as Vivaldi and Bach. It then compares this music to the development of the rock music of the 1970s, identyfing the audience and the culture of both periods. The paper shows the similarity between the two time periods - in each of the two, music has been an instrument to cultural change. They were important to the audience because they could socially represent themselves or expressed their emotions through them.
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"Comparatively, in the modern era, the status of music has a different status quo. If one recall the period of the 1970s, the population of America especially experienced a period of ?grotesqueness? as well. The culture of American population changed from discriminatory to one of extreme liberty. Different kind of music was experienced right from rock music to reggae. The resulting is an amalgamation of different cultural tunes. One could attribute the change of attitudes of the people towards music to the cultural trends prevailing at the time."
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Renaissance and Baroque, 2002.
A comparison between Renaissance and Baroque musical styles.
1,005 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 24.95
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The paper discusses the concept which is generally considered ?Early Music,? - the musical styles associated with the Renaissance period, beginning ca. 1450 and ending around 1600, and the Baroque period, commencing ca. 1620 until the death of Johann Sebastian Bach in 1750. The paper shows how these two styles share numerous musical traits which revolve around the application of stable harmony, polyphony and the progressive movement towards humanistic orientation. The paper shows how this contrasts to the musical style of the earlier Medieval period which was dominated by liturgical chant repertories.
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"The harmonic language was at times modal but more often than not was based on chord themes, such as rapid triads interspersed with much tonality. In Bach?s case, this was known as the circle of fifths, a harmonic sequence with powerful chord progressions which took on the nature of ?sweeping dynamics used for expressive purposes, much like modern-day improvisational techniques? (Masterson 324).
The role of dissonance in Baroque music cannot be downplayed, for it was at
times very influential with its long, drawn-out chordal suspensions characterized by appoggiaturas, or an embellishing note or tone preceding an essential melodic note or tone. The application of seventh chords, ninth chords and on occasion eleventh chords contributed to a vast array of melodic dissonance, often identified by large tonal leaps."
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Early Music, 2002.
A review of Renaissance and Baroque period music styles.
1,863 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, £ 41.95
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This paper reviews the the musical styles associated with the Renaissance period, beginning ca. 1450 and ending around 1600, and the Baroque period, commencing ca. 1620 until the death of Johann Sebastian Bach in 1750. In regard to the Renaissance style, the music was generally quite uniform in structure and depended to a great degree on polyphony in which two or more independent melodies are juxtaposed in harmony. The music of the Baroque period was stylistically varied, especially within particular pieces such as J.S. Bach.
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"Generally considered as ?Early Music,? the musical styles associated with the Renaissance period, beginning ca. 1450 and ending around 1600, and the Baroque period, commencing ca. 1620 until the death of Johann Sebastian Bach in 1750, share numerous musical traits which according to Steven Bentham revolve around ?the application of stable harmony, polyphony and the progressive movement towards humanistic orientation? 1 in contrast to the musical style of the earlier Medieval period which was dominated by liturgical chant repertories. These traits are based on specific musical structures and methods which originated with the composers of the Renaissance period and were later adopted by musicians in the Baroque era. Certain Baroque composers continued to practice the Renaissance style well."
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The Baroque Roots of the Suzuki Violin Repertoire, 2002.
Examining the method of music education and teaching methodologies of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998).
1,324 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 30.95
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This paper examines the development of the Suzuki violin repertoire which became known as the Suzuki Method of education. It explores the way in which this repetoire was influenced by the Baroque music culture and how this developed into an entire school of thought. A history of the Baroque music period is provided and its different features analyzed to see in which way they impacted Suzuki's music.
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"The Suzuki violin repertoire, or that associated with the teaching methodologies of Dr. Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998), had its beginnings in 1950 when Dr. Suzuki founded the Saino Kyoiku Kinkyu-kai (school of music education) in Matsumoto, Japan, where he began to teach violin playing through his specialized method in accordance with his own musical philosophies. By 1972, the ?Suzuki Method? had spread throughout Japan and abroad as a result of other music teachers accepting his principles. Following this, additional materials were developed for other instruments, such as the viola, cello and the piano. Even today, his teaching methods live on in university studios, primary schools and musical institutes around the world."
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Comparison of Renaissance vs Baroque Art, 2006.
A comparison of the Renaissance era with the Baroque era, focusing on the musical culture of both periods.
2,934 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 59.95
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Renaissance and Baroque are no doubt the Golden Age in the history of humankind. The quantity of prominent figures in the both periods is innumerable. It is impossible to analyze even the minute part of their works in one short research. This research takes into consideration the major aspects of musical culture of the specified ages and focuses on finding differences between the two ages.
A) Introduction: Renaissance and Baroque
B) General Discussion
1) The Historical Background and Key Features of Renaissance
2) Baroque Age and its Characteristic Trends
3) Comparison of the Periods
4) The Great Composers of the Two Ages
C) Conclusion
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"The art historian Giorgio Vasari first used the term ?Renaissance? in 1550. He used the word rinascita (Italian for rebirth) to describe the return of the ancient Roman manner of painting in the works of Giotto di Bondone. The word Renaissance acquired a wider meaning in the eighteenth century when Voltaire characterized the period between fourteenth and sixteenth centuries in Italy as the great age of human cultural achievement. In the nineteenth century, Jules Michelet and Jakob Burckhardt distinguished the era of Renaissance as a prominent historical period, which gave birth to the modern age. Everything started with the interest to antique culture of ancient Greece and Rome: imperishable beauty of ancient statues appeared before the eyes of the man after archeological digs, undertaken on the territory of Eternal city. The word "Renaissance" has to be understood in a wider meaning. It does not only describe the return of ancient culture, but it also symbolizes the unprecedented ascension of the literature, painting and architecture, as the golden age of human genius. Neither of the epochs produced such a great quantity of prominent figures in every sphere of culture. There are still no more notorious and respected painters, than Leonardo da Vinci, Rafael, Michelangelo. Fine arts depict the ideals of Renaissance most brilliantly. "
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Baroque Architecture, 2002.
An overview of Baroque architecture and style with examples.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 55.95
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This paper looks at particular Baroque architectural works, and discusses the general characteristics of the style. This paper first sets out to explain what is Baroque? As well it sets the parameters for the study. The paper then looks at style, The Baroque City, St. Peter's Square, Intimate Baroque, and Chimerical Baroque.
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Comparing the Renaissance and Baroque Eras, 2006.
This paper explores and details items that may be found in a time capsule that reflect world events and cultural patterns from the Renaissance and Baroque eras.
1,079 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 25.95
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This paper examines the art and cultural developments during the Renaissance and Baroque eras. The writer of this paper describes articles that could be found in a time capsule from the Renaissance era as a rebirth of culture and a renewed interest in the ancient civilizations of Greece and Rome while explaining that the Baroque era grew from the Renaissance to promote an individualistic connection with God and spirituality as well as more appeal to emotions and drama. The items from art, music, architecture, philosophy and literature found in the time capsules are indicative of the events taking place during these two time periods.
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"The Renaissance represents the time period between the Middle Ages and the Reformation - roughly the 14th century through the 15th century. Many historians view the Renaissance as a period of intellectual and artistic rebirth in which European culture thrived. The arts would likely be represented in the Renaissance time capsule by oil paintings on canvas or by sculpture. The work of artists such as Da Vinci who use shadow and light to portray three dimensions in their paintings are likely to be found in the time capsule. As such, we could expect to find Da Vinci's Mona Lisa painting. We may also find a sculpture by Michelango such as his famed David sculpture which represents beliefs during the Renaissance about beauty in the nude form being a reflection of God's power."
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Three Baroque Artists, 2008.
A discussion of three artistic styles - Catholic, Protestant, and academic art - that show different aspects of the artistic concerns of the Baroque era.
876 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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This paper examines different styles within the Baroque era focusing on three major types: Catholic, Protestant, and academic art. The paper then discusses an example of each type of artistic style. The first is Dutch art of the Protestant Reformation, best represented in the works of Rembrandt van Rijn, especially his important work the "Christ Preaching". The paper explains that the second painting is representative of the Catholic Counter-Reformation, embodied in the work by Jacopo da Empoli called "Three Maries at the Tomb" (1570s). The paper then points out another style that is identified with academic traditions in Italy and France, with examples shown in classical, academic landscapes and allegorical personifications, as in Giovanni Battista Passeri's "Musical Party in a Garden" from the 1640s, oil on canvas. The paper further explains that this differs in that there is no religious iconography or scriptural subject matter in the scene described by the title, set on the outskirts of Rome. The paper concludes that religion was an inspiration and a subject matter, and the particular theological background of the era contrasted Protestant and Catholic images, often of the same biblical passages, and that the academic interest was more in the formal structures of art.
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"The religious subject matter is common in the Baroque era and is treated here in a rather formal style. Rembrandt was noted for his etchings and his drawings, and they are noted for their spontaneity and immediacy. He used drawing first as a means of studying the visual world and of storing motifs for use in paintings and etchings. More than this, though, he saw drawing as an art for its own sake. His draughtsman ship was marked by linear and tonal accents such as are seen in the Self-Portrait and again in Christ Preaching, with both marked by the careful formation of tonal accents, seen here especially in the clothing worn and in the relationship among the numerous people in the audience and Christ, standing in the center of the frame with hands raised as he explains some concept to the throng."
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