The names of musical compositions in the Baroque, as one could expect from such a decorative era, are more flowery than the modern titles we use. They often include a description that suggests an audience and a purpose. As Woody Allen noted in
Super cool. I had no idea the Bachs spoke French.
Marvelous observations and thought-provoking, kudos!
This is absolutely fascinating, Evan! I had no idea Bach's use of musical symbolism extended to these pieces.
Super cool. I had no idea the Bachs spoke French.
Super cool. I had no idea the Bachs spoke French.
Marvelous observations and thought-provoking, kudos!
This is absolutely fascinating, Evan! I had no idea Bach's use of musical symbolism extended to these pieces.