Baroque music

Baroque music, spanning roughly from 1600 to 1750, is characterized by its ornate melodies, strong emotions, and contrast in textures. Composers like Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frideric Handel, and Antonio Vivaldi were key figures. The era introduced forms like the concerto, opera, and sonata, featuring lively rhythms and elaborate ornamentation. It often employed harmonies that create tension and resolution, enhancing emotional expression. Instrumentation expanded, with the violin family becoming prominent. Baroque music also laid the groundwork for the Classical period, influencing future composers in structure and style while showcasing the grandeur and complexity of the era's artistic spirit.