Part 1 - Introduction to Baroque Era (1600 - 1750)

Welcome to the Baroque Era - a dramatic, ornate, and emotionally charged chapter in the story of Western music! Spanning from 1600 to 1750, this period witnessed some of the boldest musical innovations in history. It was a time of grand contrasts, powerful emotion, and the rise of virtuosic instrumental and vocal forms.

Baroque composers crafted music to move the soul - whether in sacred cathedrals, royal courts, or early opera houses. Their compositions were richly decorated, highly expressive, and structured with precision. From Johann Sebastian Bach’s intricate fugues to Handel’s rousing oratorios and Vivaldi’s vivid concertos, Baroque music continues to inspire and captivate listeners today.

In this series, you'll explore:

• The rise of dramatic vocal forms like opera and oratorio

• The birth of instrumental virtuosity through the concerto, fugue, and suite

• The artistic genius of figures like Bach, Handel, and Vivaldi

• The social, religious, and technological influences that shaped Baroque sound

• The various musical innovations of the time like the equal temperament & copperplate engraving that still shapes the music today