I have a very nerdy obsession with variations on a ground, and this boisterous set by Salamone Rossi was a perfect way to start the week. Sending gratitude to all my Jewish friends, and may your fast be easy.
Ostinato
This week Early Music Monday talks about ground bass. Frequent compositional technique, favorite of Pachelbel, and the basis for some of the best pieces in the Renaissance and Baroque periods!
Ground bass from Dido’s Lament (Purcell)