Concerto Grosso
A small group of solo instruments contrasting with the full orchestra
Concerto Grosso is a Baroque-era musical composition that features a small ensemble of solo instruments (the concertino) contrasting with the full orchestra (the ripieno). It was popular in the late 17th and early 18th centuries, and was often used in religious or courtly settings.
Example of Concerto Grosso
Händel - Concerto Grosso Op. VI N° 4 - HWV 322
Writer: Frankie Chan
Dictionary
Other Musical Terms
Tutor's Video (Anna Vienna Ho)
Articles
Common Practice Guide
After many years of being a student first and a teacher after, we often noticed that in our every day practice we can make small mistakes that may slow us down or might not bring the best out of our music. With these short tips we tried to go through some of them, hoping it will help students (and not only!) in their daily practice.
Canon in D
Canon in D, one of the most widely known classical music pieces of contemporary times, is composed by German composer Johann Pachelbel. The original version of Canon in D is composed for three violins, accompanied by one (or more) bass instrument(s). Over time, the piece has been arranged into various versions, such as piano solo and orchestral versions. The exact date of its composition is not recorded but it is generally believed to be composed between 1680-1706.
The Greatest Violinist: Jascha Heifetz
More than a century after his public debut, the name Jascha Heifetz continues to evoke awe and excitement among fellow musicians. In a performing career that spanned 65 years, he established an unparalleled standard of violin playing to which violinists around the world still aspire.