This article is violin-focused, but the main point is true for vocal music as well as instrumental - we should all experience the glories of music pre-1700 when we're in school as a central part of the curriculum.
Palestrina's Salve Regina
I sang this gorgeous five-voice Salve Regina by Palestrina for a funeral on Saturday, and it's too beautiful not to share!
The Rule of the Octave
Early Music Sources explains The Rule of the Octave, also known as why continuo players are brilliant and worth their weight in gold.
Sicut Cervus
Palestrina's setting of "Sicut Cervus" - one of the texts for Holy Saturday - is one of his most well-known pieces, but most performances (including this one) only feature the first half!
Divini occhi sereni
What is it really like to read from part books? Take a peek here!
Bach's Birthday
When exactly is Bach's birthday? And does it really matter?
For As Many As Will
This Monday, join my friends in Seven Times Salt for their tour of English Country Dance tunes! (I know they'd also appreciate a donation if you're able.)
Salomone Rossi and his Innovations
Composer Salomone Rossi is an important Jewish composer of the late Renaissance/early Baroque periods. But did you also know that he worked with Monteverdi, bridged the gap between the "old" and "new" styles, and wrote madrigals? Early Music Sources has all the details!
Bach Index
Looking for a piece of music to fit certain parameters? Check out this incredible resource!
Music of Black Composers
Thrilled to see some music of Le Chevalier de Saint-Georges on this list! Next step: more early music!