The harpsichord generates sound by plucking strings when keys are depressed, in contrast to the piano which strikes them.

LA SERENISSIMA – the most serene republic – is a nickname for the Italian city of Venice. It’s also the name of a performing group that specializes in playing baroque era music from that region.

Ornaments like these were commonplace in Baroque music - they decorate the music while providing structure and style. Religious singing was very popular in this period and many baroque composers ...