Tag: Piano history
-
The Sonata – A Musical Form with a Rich History
The sonata is one of the most important forms in classical music. The term “sonata” comes from the Italian word “suonare” meaning “to sound.” A sonata is a composition written for a solo instrument or instruments typically with three or four movements. The sonata form emerged in the Baroque era, becoming a staple during the…
-
The Classical Era: Three Composers
The Classical Era of Music represented a turning point in music history, where renowned composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Schubert and others flourished. During this period, composers began to focus on creating music that was lucid, balanced and uncluttered, as opposed to the previous era’s more elaborate and complex styles. This era also marked…
-
The Four Periods of Music
Music has been a fundamental part of human culture for thousands of years, and over time it has undergone various transformations. One way to understand the history of music is by dividing it into four main eras: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary. The Baroque era, which spanned from 1600 to 1750, was a time of…
-
The History of the Piano As We Know It Today
The piano, as we know it today, is a result of centuries of evolution and development. It’s a complex instrument with a rich history that began in the 14th century with the invention of the clavichord. The clavichord, although similar to the piano in terms of its keyboard, was smaller in size and had a…
College Station Piano 