The life span of master German composer Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) has been used widely as an aid to remembering the dates of the Baroque Period.
Dramatic and emotional expression filled Baroque-period art. Baroque sculpture, art, and architecture characteristically made use of extremely flowing and ornate detail. Museums house some of the best representations of instruments that exhibit the finest artistic craftsmanship on their scrolls.
The monetary value of authentic, original, instruments from respected makers rivals that of the finest antiques, which, indeed, they are. The prices of some of these antique instruments range in millions of dollars – the highest on record sold at auction for close to 16 million dollars to benefit Tsunami and Earthquake relief efforts.
Carving the detail of the spiral top of the scroll became the test of skill for violin makers.
Now you know how scrolls developed.
You also know why I am proud to sport my unique, scroll, hair-do.
However – I am the first to admit that I am quite a stylish, but humble, droll scroll!
When reading about the history and development of string instruments, you came across the names of several historical time periods: Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque.
You also learned that just like people, individual instruments have their own unique story. There is much that we can learn from studying history and applying lessons from the past in our present lives.
Q’s TEACHER SUGGESTIONS
Ask students to write a short story set in the Baroque Era (1685 – 1750).
To aid in making it an enjoyable experience, students should write the story from the vantage point of a “scroll-narrator.”
A short, 4-6 paragraph, stories is sufficient, but, if students’ interest and creativity impel them to add more to their story, encourage them!
Remember – Enthusiasm Fuels Imagination!
Students should research J.S. Bach, listen to any of his compositions and share their personal impressions of the music.
Students should research J.S. Bach, listen to any of his compositions and share their personal impressions of the music. Suggested Title Example:
The Lucky Scroll Who First Heard Bach’s Cello Suite in G major.
The Lucky Scroll Who First Heard Bach’s Cello Suite in G major.
Suggested Title Example:
The Lucky Scroll Who First Heard Bach’s Cello Suite in G major.
Learning Focus Practice Tutorial Weight in Motion Gravity Leverage Balance
Potential and Kinetic Energy The R’s of Remembering Practice Purpose Music Staff Evolution
Music Clef Origins Scroll History Peg Information Bowed String Instrument History
Friction Bass Tuning Mechanism Modern-Day Violin Family Bridges Through the Ages
Potential and Kinetic Energy The R’s of Remembering Practice Purpose Music Staff Evolution
Music Clef Origins Scroll History Peg Information Bowed String Instrument History
Friction Bass Tuning Mechanism Modern-Day Violin Family Bridges Through the Ages