Western Art Course

In the last lesson, we talked about the "Father of the Concerto." Today, let's explore the "Father of the Sonata" — Domenico Scarlatti. Domenico Scarlatti — The Father of the Sonata Domenico Scarlatti (1685–1757) is known as the "Father of the Sonata" and is regarded…

Last class we talked about the “Father of the Concerto”; today, we’ll discuss the “Father of the Sonata” — Domenico Scarlatti. Domenico Scarlatti: The Father of the Sonata Domenico Scarlatti (1685–1757) is hailed as the “Father of the Sonata” and is regarded as a pioneer…

Today, let’s talk about Antonio Vivaldi — known as the “Red Priest,” and the composer of the famous The Four Seasons, a piece you’ve very likely heard before. Vivaldi, the “Father of the Concerto” Antonio Vivaldi (1678–1741) was a renowned Italian musician from the Baroque…

Today we will continue our exploration of French music from the Baroque period, focusing on the successor of Lully — Jean-Philippe Rameau. Rameau: The Founding Father of Harmony Theory Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683–1764) was one of the most important French composers and music theorists of the…

Introducing the French Music Scene of the 17th Century — Today’s Composer: Jean-Baptiste Lully Lully: The Founding Father of Ballet Music Jean-Baptiste Lully (1632–1687) was an Italian-born composer who spent most of his life working at the court of King Louis XIV of France. In…

Today, we will continue discussing Bach and the characteristics of the Baroque era that he embodied. Suite: Bach’s Beloved Form of Composition Bach is undoubtedly the master of Baroque music. His compositions are filled with the distinctive traits of Baroque art — richly ornamental and…

Today, I would like to introduce a particularly interesting and very important pianist — Glenn Gould. Gould: The Best Performer of Bach's Works Glenn Gould (1932-1982) was a top-tier pianist known worldwide for his performances of Bach's music. His playing is renowned for its rigorous…

Bach's Contribution and Characteristics in Keyboard Music Bach achieved great accomplishments in keyboard music. He inherited the German vocal and instrumental traditions since the 16th century, absorbed advanced techniques from Italian and French music, and brought counterpoint music to unprecedented heights. He systematized and solidified…

The first classical music master I would like to introduce to you is Johann Sebastian Bach, known as the "Father of Western Music." Johann Sebastian Bach: The "Father of Western Music" Bach (1685-1750) is one of the most important composers in the history of music…

Today, let's return to the Northern Netherlands and talk about still life painting. Baroque Era Northern Still Life Paintings Still life painting originated in 17th-century Holland and has now become an independent genre, mainly depicting relatively stationary objects such as flowers, fruits, vessels, food, and…

After discussing the architecture and sculpture of the Baroque period in Rome, today we will talk about painting. Pozzo: Master of "Illusionistic Painting" Andrea Pozzo (1642-1709) was an important painter, architect, and art theorist of the late Baroque period, and one of the most famous…

Today, We Will Talk About Baroque Sculpture: The Only Master Worth Mentioning — Bernini Bernini: The Shakespeare of Sculpture Bernini (1598–1680), known as the "Father of Baroque Art" and the "Shakespeare of Sculpture," was the greatest artistic master of the 17th century. He achieved remarkable…