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15,000 BCE
Harp
The harp is an instrument and is part of the percussion family. It was invented in 15000 BC. It's country of origin is Egypt. https://www.harp.com/history-of-the-harp/ -
1500 BCE
Trumpet
The trumpet is an instrument and Is part of the brass family. It was invented in 1500 BC. It's country of origin is Egypt. https://www.theinstrumentplace.com/history-of-the-trumpet -
900 BCE
Dulcimer
The Dulcimer is an instrument and is part of the string family. It was invented in 900 AD. It's country of origin is Scotland. https://www.gardnersdulcimer.com/Page.aspx?id=129 -
500 BCE
Chorus
Chorus is when specific parts are repeated over and over again. Some composers who use this are Eric Whitacre, John Rutter, etc. -
246 BCE
Organ
The organ is an instrument and is part of the percussion family. It was invented in 246 BCE. Its country of origin is Greece. https://miditzer.org/index.php/pipe-organs/brief-history-of-the-organ -
500
Classical Style in Medieval Period
Classical Style is ancient Greek art about proportion and harmony. Some composers who use this style are Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. Back then, classical music was used the most for churches.
https://citylights.com/european-classical/classical-style-haydn-mozart-beethoven/ -
500
Virelai Style in Medieval Period
Virelai is a form of verse in poetry and music. Some composers who use this are Guillaume de Machaut and Jehannot de I'Escurel. Notes were drawn on paper and were mostly virelai music back then when played.
https://www.britannica.com/art/virelai -
Period: 500 to
Transition from Medieval to Baroque period
In the Medieval period rich people, such as kings, payed people to play music, but only good music for churches. Music changed by the creation of more instruments and making music that wasn't meant for churches. This is when and after the Baroque period occurred. Also, the styles were different because now there was music that wasn't supposed to sound religious and angelic. The music also sounded a bit more free. -
900
Fiddle
The fiddle is an instrument and is part of the string family. It was invented in the 10th century. It's country of origin is in Italy. https://www.softschools.com/facts/music_instruments/fiddle_facts/3045/ -
Period: 1098 to Sep 17, 1179
Hildegard von Bingen
Hildegard was born in 1098, and died September 17, 1179. Her country of origin was Germany. Major influence: Helped women succeed from theology to music. Two notable works of hers are "Know the ways" and "Book of the Rewards of Life".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Hildegard -
1100
Duplum Italian Ballata Style in Medieval Period
Duplum Italian Ballata is a poetic and musical form. A composer who uses this is Francesco Landini.
https://wmich.edu/musicgradexamprep/MedievalYouTubeExamples.html -
1101
Voices of Angel music
Voices of Angel is made by Hildegarde von Bingen in the 12th century. The style is Classical. -
Period: 1250 to 1306
Adam De La Halle
Adam was born in 1250 and died 1306. His country of origin is France. A major influence is that he was an accomplished composer. Two of his notable works of his are "Jeu du pelerin" and "Le Conge".
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Period: 1300 to 1377
Guillaume de Machaut
Guillaume was born in 1300, and died in 1377. His country of origin is France. Major influence: His poetry helped Geoffrey Chaucer for elements of "The Book of the Duchesse". Two notable works of his are "David" and "Messe de Notre Dame".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Guillaume-de-Machaut -
1301
Triangle
The triangle is an instrument and is part of the percussion family. It was invented in the 14th century. Its country of origin is Egypt. https://www.britannica.com/art/triangle-musical-instrument -
1301
Liement me deport music
"Liement me Deport" was made by Guillaume de Machaut in the 14th century. The style is virelai. -
Period: 1335 to Sep 2, 1397
Francesco Landini
Francesco's was born in 1335 and died Sep. 2, 1397. His country of origin is Italy. A major influence for him was Dolce Stil Novo, which was a sweet new style. Notable works of his are 12 works known as "Madrigali".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Francesco-Landini -
1370
Ecco la primavera music
Ecco la primavera is made by Francesco Landini around 1370-1440. The style is Duplum Italian Ballata. -
1397
Harpsichord
Harpsichord is an instrument and is part of the percussion family. It was invented in 1397. It's country of origin is Italy. https://www.britannica.com/art/harpsichord -
1432
Gittern
The Gittern is an instrument and is part of the string family. It was invented in 1432. It's country of origin is Germany. https://www.britannica.com/art/gittern -
1440
Crumhorn
The crumhorn is an instrument and is a part of the woodwind family. It was invented in 1440. It's country of origin is Germany. http://www.essentialvermeer.com/folk_music/crumhorn.html -
1450
Trombone
The trombone is an instrument and is part of the brass family. It was invented in 1450. Its country of origin is Belgium. https://kimballtrombone.com/trombone-history-timeline/trombone-history-15th-century/ -
1500
Sack-but
The sack-but is an instrument and is part of the brass family. It was invented in 1500. It's country of origin is Burgundy. https://academickids.com/encyclopedia/index.php/Sackbut -
1555
Violin
The violin is an instrument and is part of the string family. It was invented in 1555. It's country of origin is Italy. https://musicalinstrumenthire.com/brief-history-violin-interesting-facts-figures/ -
Cello
The cello is an instrument and is part of the string family. It was invented in 1600. It's country of origin is Italy. https://www.connollymusic.com/stringovation/a-brief-history-of-the-cello -
Baroque Music Style in Baroque Period
Baroque music is a style of Western classical music. Some composers who used this are Johann Sebastian Bach, Barbara Strozzi, etc.
https://www.baroque.org/baroque/whatis -
Chamber Music in Baroque Period
Chamber Music is instrumental music played by a small ensemble. Some composers who use this are Johann Sebastian Bach, Joseph Haydn, etc.
https://human.libretexts.org/Courses/Prince_George's_Community_College/Music_Appreciation%3A_A_Topical_Approach_to_Music_Genre_and_Style/05%3A_Chamber_Music/5.02%3A_Chamber_Music_in_the_Baroque_Period_(1600-1750) -
Overture Style in Classical Period
Overture is a music instrumental introduction to ballet, opera, and oratorio in the 17th century. A composer who uses this is Johann Christian Bach.
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Opera Style in Classical Period
Opera is a story that is told through music and singing. Some composers who use this are Antonio Saliera, Gioachino Rossini, etc.
https://www.britannica.com/art/opera-music -
Sonata Style in Classical Period
Sonata is for a solo instrument or a small instrumental ensemble. Some composers who use this are Franz Schubert, Arcangelo Corelli, etc.
https://www.britannica.com/art/sonata -
Period: to
Henry Purcell
Henry was born in 1659 and died in 1695. His country of origin is England. A major influence for him was Jean Batiste Lully. Two notable works are "Abdelazer" and "King Arthur".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Henry-Purcell -
Period: to
Johann Sebastian Bach
Johann was born in 1685 and died in 1750. His country of origin is Germany. A major influence is he was an expert on organ building. Two notable works of his are "Sinfonia" and "Christmas Oratorio".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Johann-Sebastian-Bach -
Period: to
George Frideric Handel
George was born in 1685 and died in 1759. His country of origin is Germany. A major influence was his development of his musical style. Two notable works of his are "Almira" and "Agrippina".
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Clarinet
The clarinet is an instrument and is part of the woodwind family. It was invented in 1698. It's country of origin is Germany. https://syos.co/en-us/blogs/news/the-history-of-the-clarinet -
Forte-piano
The forte-piano is an instrument is a part of the percussion family. It was invented in 1700. Its country of origin is Italy. https://worldhistoryarchive.wordpress.com/2020/05/27/the-fortepiano-1720/ -
Period: to
Leopold Mozart
Leopold was born in 1719 and died in 1787. His country of origin is Germany. A major influence was George Friderick Handel and Johann Sebastian Bach. Two notable works are "The Marriage of Figaro" and "Jupiter Symphony".
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English horn
The English horn is an instrument and is part of the brass family. It was invented in 1720. It's country of origin is Silesia. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc798139/m2/1/high_res_d/1002774332-Stanton.pdf -
Period: to
Antonio Soler
Antonio was born in 1729 and died in 1783. His country of origin is Spain. A major influence is he created a keyboard instrument called the afinador. A notable work of his is "The Key to Modulation".
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Air on G String music
Air on G String is made by Johann Sebastian Bach in 1731. The style is baroque music. -
Period: to
Johann Christian Bach
Johann was born in 1735 and died in 1782. His country of origin is Germany. A major influence for how was his older brother Carl Philipp Emanuel. A notable work is " Catone in Utica".
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Hallelujah music
Hallelujah is made by George Frideric Handel in 1741. The style is Chorus. -
Period: to
Marianna Martines
Marianna was born in 1744 and died in 1812. Her country of origin is Austria. A major influence for her was Pietro Metastasio. Two notable works were "Orgoglioso fiumicello: I. Orgoglioso fiumicello" and "Orgoglioso fiumicello: II. Ma tu cresci frattanto".
https://www.exploreclassicalmusic.com/marianna-martines -
Period: to
Transition from Classical period to Romantic period
During the classical period, the music was sounding a lot different than it was before. The romantic period made it way better. The Industrial Revolution had occurred, which meant that more instruments were being made and/or getting upgrades. Also, music had changed because now you could sense their emotions/feelings behind the music. The difference between the styles in music was that people were more free than ever and emotions were felt throughout the music. -
Fandango music
Fandango is made by Antonio Soler in 1760. The style is chamber music -
Artaserse music
Artaserse is made by Johann Christian Bach in 1763. The style is overture. -
Harpsichord Sonata in G major music
Harpsichord Somata in G major is made by Marianna Martines in 1769. The style is Sonata -
Period: to
Ludwig van Beethoven
Beethoven was born in 1770 and died in 1827. His country of origin is Germany. A major influence for him was Haydn who helped him with his music. Two notable works are "Battle Symphony" and "Choral Fantasy in C Minor".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ludwig-van-Beethoven -
Fidelio music
Fidelio is made by Ludwig van Beethoven in 1798. The style is opera. -
Period: to
Franz Liszt
Franz was born in 1811 and died in 1886. His country of origin is Austria. A major influence for him was Hector Berlioz. Two notable works are "Apparitions" and "Christus".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Franz-Liszt -
Timpani
The timpani is an instrument and is part of the woodwind family. It was invented in 1812. It's country of origin is Italy. http://www.kettledrummer.com/?p=17 -
Period: to
Richard Wagner
Richard was born in 1813 and died in 1883. His country of origin is Italy. A major influence was Beethoven. Two notable works are "A Communication to My Friends" and Art and Revolution.
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Richard-Wagner-German-composer -
Period: to
Clara Schumann
Clara was born in 1819 and died in 1896. Her country of origin is Germany. A major influence was Brahms. A notable work is "Four Fugitive Pieces".
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Symphony Style in Romantic Period
Symphony is a musical composition that requires 40-80 instruments. Some composers that use this are Luigi Bocherini, Marianna Martines, etc.
https://www.britannica.com/art/symphony-music -
Opera Style in Romantic Period
Opera is a storytelling using music and singing. Some composers who use this are Chopin, Tchaikovsky, etc.
https://www.liveabout.com/types-of-operas-2456510 -
Classical Style in Romantic Period
Classical Style is music with harmonization and religious music. Some composers who use this are Franz Liszt, Richard Wagner, etc.
https://citylights.com/european-classical/classical-style-haydn-mozart-beethoven/ -
Accordian
The accordian is an instrument and is part of the woodwind family. It was invented in 1822. It's country of origin is Germany. https://stagemusiccenter.com/music-school-blog-winchester-acton-ma/2020/9/4/accordion-history-fun-facts-and-benefits-of-learning -
Piccolo
The piccolo is an instrument and is part of the woodwind family. It was invented in 1832. Its country of origin is Western Europe. https://indyfluteshop.com/history-of-the-piccolo/ -
Period: to
Johannes Brahms
Johannes was born in 1833 and died in 1897. His country of origin is Germany. A major influence was Franz Liszt. Two notable works are "A German Requiem" and "Academic Festival Overture".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Johannes-Brahms -
Tuba
The tuba is an instrument and is part of the brass family. It was invented in 1835. It's country of origin is Germany. https://jpmusicalinstruments.com/blogs/news/unravelling-the-invention-of-the-tuba -
Liebestraum music
Liebestraum is made by Franz Liszt in 1850. The style is classical. -
Lohengrin music
Lohengrin is made by Richard Wagner in 1850. The style is opera. -
Symphony No. 1 in C Minor music
Symphony No. 1 is C Minor is made by Johannes Brahms from 1855-1876. The style is Symphony. -
Period: to
Igor Stravinsky
Igor was born in 1882 and died in 1971. His country of origin is Russia. A major influence was Rimsky Korsakov. Two notable works are "Oedipus Rex" and "Persephone".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Igor-Stravinsky -
Period: to
Fletcher Henderson
Fletcher was born in 1897 and died in 1952. His country of origin is US. A major influence was Louis Armstrong. Two notable works are " King Porter Stomp" and "Sometimes I'm Happy".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Fletcher-Henderson -
Chamber Music Style in 20th century
Chamber Music is a form of classical music for a small group of instruments. Some composers who use this are Olivier Messiaen, Frank Martin, etc.
https://www.britannica.com/art/chamber-music -
Ballet style in 20th century
Ballet has graceful and has flowing movement. Some composers who use this are Igor Stravinsky, Maurice Ravel, etc.
https://www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/different-types-ballet -
Jazz style in 20th Century
Jazz is originated from African-American communities, and is a major form of musical expression. Some composers who use this are Fletcher Henderson, Louis Armstrong, etc.
https://louis.pressbooks.pub/musicappreciation/chapter/listening-to-jazz-styles/ -
Period: to
Olivier Messiaen
Olivier was born in 1908 and died in 1992. His country of origin is France. A major influence was the developments in modern French music. Two notable works are "Quartet for the End of Time" and "Turangalili-Symphonie".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Olivier-Messiaen -
The Rite of Spring music
The Rite of Spring is made by Igor Stravinsky in 1913. The style is ballet. -
Period: to
Leonard Bermstein
Leonard was born in 1918 and died in 1990. His country of origin is US. A major influence was Aaron Copland. Two notable works are "Chichester Psalms" and "On the Town".
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Leonard-Bernstein -
New King Porter Stomp music
New King Porter Stomp is made by Fletcher Henderson in 1937. The style is Jazz. -
Quatour Pour La Fin Du Temps music
Quatour Pour La Fin Du Temps is made by Olivier Messiaen in 1941. The style is chamber music.