Sort by: Most Relevant Publish Date

BAROQUE  

An allemande dance is generally offered as a standard portion in a musical suite as it is one of the most popular dances of the Baroque genre for a long period of time.

Once Germany's most beautiful Baroque city, destroyed in World War II, Dresden is now witnessing a miraculous rebirth.

In the seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries, Baroque (or baroque) was a period named not by its artists, but by its critics. Seen as an age of excess,

The Baroque style of the arts deviated its relationship from the Counter Reformation at this point, as it was tethered to Italian society as Mannerism was.

Baroque and Rococo art are two of the most popular genres. Here are some of the subtle differences between the two.

This informative handout on the 'Aesthetics of the Baroque Period in Music' accompanies a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation that would make a wonderful addition to a Music History or Music Appreciation course.

Opera is a very wide music genre, and it is really hard to tell if the pop/rock-loving you would enjoy it or not.

Across Europe the transition from absolutism to enlightenment, and from enlightenment to neoclassical, molded not only the architecture but also the artwork and philosophy of the age.

This is a look at two of the most influential musicians during the Barqoue Era, and a little about their lives growing up.

Hotel review

Vienna is one European city that for one reason doesn't seem quite as popular as the others; there should be no reason for this! Vienna is beautiful, stunning, educational, and fun. From old buildings to great museums, visitors to Vienna won't want to leave.

Soothing, relaxing baroque music writen by a master composer.

Judith Leyster was not only the premier female artist of her time, she also experimented with genre and subject matter.

Jean-Philippe Rameau lived during the period of history known as Baroque, a time of progress which heralded the advent of modern Europe. The Baroque period is considered the time between 1600-1750. Rameau experienced the Baroque. . .

The madrigal was a Renaissance form of music that eventually evolved into the Baroque style of classical music.

...this former Soviet state still possesses its share of baroque style buildings, Gothic Cathedrals and a 650 year old bridge. The history that its capital city, Prague, boasts is magnificent and the sites are picturesque. This is one country you will not want to miss.

Before the 1800s male castrati sang soprano lines in religious music and played female characters in opera. In search of female representation in music history, scholars have discovered a group of female musicians in the 1700s who replaced males in music.

If you are planning to visit Rome, do not only spend your time between the wonderful monuments of antiquity and baroque, but save some to enjoy the fresh wind blowing through the city. If you want to discover modern Rome, here are some suggestions

Schloss Benrath is an exquisite 18th century palace and park where visitors can enjoy decadent baroque architecture, English gardens and over 150 acres of wandering forest paths. This preserved country estate is one of the most beautiful places of its era.

Star Wars on radio? Don't laugh...it really works, and Return of the Jedi makes for a fine aural experience!

Turin looks forward to welcoming the international spotlight, having won the bidding for the 2006 Winter Olympics. Thus, Turin will be a prime tourist destination. However, there are other places to see in the city before and after the Olympic events.

This was going to be tougher that it seemed. Finding the best Italian restaurant in Ohio or Kansas may be relatively simple, but I live in Italy! It's like finding a needle in a haystack! But I wasn't to give up so easily.

At the beginning of the 17th century, the Roman Catholic Church was facing the erosion of its congregations stemming from the popularization of science, Protestant forces, civil unrest and economic warefare. (Kostof) If it was to remain one of the...

I follow the cobblestone street and there ahead of me it looms: Leece's Roman Amphitheatre. An enormous circular structure that seated thousands of patrons and excavated in 1938.

About 1070 King Olav Kyrre granted municipal status to what was then called Bj�rgvin, which means "hill pasture" in Norse. It was then a port settlement of some importance on the east side of the Bergen peninsula.

An cultural analysis of the South American Ecuadorian people who are affected by the their environment, i.e. various biomes, politics, and history.

Surrounded by the majestic Sierra de Francia and the Sierra de Gredos mountains, Salamanca, also know as "La Dorada", shines with a golden glow in the Spanish sun.

The grand opening of the Mozarthaus Museum and the last chance to see Mozart's Requiem manuscript at the Austrian Library.

I'll never know for sure, but I'd say that if ever there was a city haunted by memories - Berlin is it. That was never more evident then when my family and I visited the Jewish Museum Berlin.

The sumptuous villas of Ancient Rome; the grand reception halls, sleeping chambers and salons painted with scenes on fresco panels, ranging from the delightful to the mythological.

Romanticism was actually a by-product of the sensibility of the Enlightenment movement.

As vacation resources become more and more utilitarian, more people are searching for a new way to travel. One of the fastest growing trends around the world is scenic train travel. Here are some of the most luxurious and cost effective trains to ride.

There is much to see and do in Berlin. However, there are four things that you should not miss.

My first visit to Europe landed me in Heidelberg, Germany and this picturesque town fulfilled all my expectations of historical beauty with all the romance of a fairytale.

For a little taste of Europe and a little taste of Asia, a trip to Istanbul is a must. With both Western and Eastern influences in its architecture and atmosphere, it truly is the best of both worlds.

This article offers a variety of activities in the Triangle area of North Carolina for little or no money. A great guide for dates and activities.

You've heard of the Black Forest and Berlin. But you may be missing out on one of Germany's true treasures - the state of Hesse, german castles

Though some may be put off by the elaborate style and backstory, its powerful message of hope in a morally ambiguous world makes Donaldson's latest worth the read.

The Renaissance was a time of reawakening in the world of art and literature. New ideas were born, old styles were resurrected, and the world seemed to come alive for the first time in many centuries.

As a singer/songwriter, Rufus Wainwright stands out as a true intrumentalist and an ingenious artist through his fusion of rock and classical music.

Locals joke about it. They say: "Trier is Germany's largest village". But this is the city where the largest assortment of early Roman edifices outer Rome can be seen.

Prague is no longer the secret of backpackers and expatriates. It has become a must see for any European getaway and rightly so, the city is breathtaking to behold and has a charm that even wave after wave of tour groups cannot detract from.

Study abroad in Salamanca, Spain and learn about it's history and culture. Short summer courses provide the best opportunity to do so in this vibrant college town.

For those who love to have the look without paying full price, there are some places in the Raleigh-Durham area that you can get some killer deals on some of the hottest fashion.

New York becomes a Christmas wonderland when the tree in Rockefeller Center is lit and ice skaters glide about on the ice skating rink. The city has much more to offer. So start here and enjoy the magic of Christmas in Manhattan.

This small tour of five of Rome's most beautiful fountains might whet your appetite for more yet makes clear how unrealistic it is to try and "see everything" here.

If you desire to experience a high quality artistic performance or view fine art in an incredible setting, consider Milwaukee. Boasting a ballet company, opera, symphony, professional theater company and many art museums, the city has much to offer.

This paper compares three classical pieces from three different time periods, spanning over 300 years.