Websites to support the study of Medieval and Renaissance composers:
Guido of Arezzo (Catholic Encyclopedia)
Provides an extensive biography of Guido of Arezzo, a Medieval monk and composer. (02/03)
Hildegard of Bingen: Symphony of the Harmony of Heaven
Provides a fairly academic study of the music of Hildegard of Bingen, a composer in Medieval Germany. Examines her composing style, musical forms, the chants, instruments, etc. (02/03)
Hildegard von Bingen
Provides a biography, with images of Hildegard von Bingen, a Medieval composer and saint. (02/03)
St. Hildegard (Catholic Encyclopedia)
Provides a complete biography of Hildegard of Bingen, a musical composer in Medieval Germany. (02/03)
Guillaume de Machaut (1300-1377)
Provides a biography, a discography and lyrics of Guillaume de Machaut, a Medieval composer. Lyrics are all in French. (02/03)
Guillaume de Machaut (1300-1377)
Provides a biography for the Medieval composer, Guillaume de Machaut. Links to related sites. (02/03)
Guillaume Dufay, 1399-1474
Provides background information, a biography, and a list of accomplishments of Guillaume Dufay, a Renaissance composer and musician. (02/03)
Josquin Desprez, 1440-1521
Provides background information, a biography, and a discussion of the music of Josquin Desprez, a Renaissance composer. (02/03)
Josquin des Prez
Provides a biography and a list of the major works of Josquin des Prez, a Renaissance composer. (02/03)
Josquin Desprez (1440-1521)
Provides background information, a biography and a list of works of the Renaissance composer, Josquin Desprez. (02/03)
Josquin Des Prez: Articles
Provides extensive information about Josquin Des Prez, the Renaissance composer. Includes a complete biography and a discussion of his music. (02/03)
William Byrd (1543-1623)
Provides an extensive introduction to the keyboard music of William Byrd, the English Renaissance composer and musician. Includes access to MIDI files. (02/03)
William Byrd (1540-1623)
Provides a biography and other information about William Byrd, the English Renaissance composer. (02/03)
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (Catholic Encyclopedia)
Provides an extensive biography of the Renaissance composer of religious music, Giovanna Pierluigi. (02/03)
Thomas Weelkes (1576-1623)
Provides a biography and other information about Thomas Weelkes, the English Renaissance composer. (02/03)
Thomas Weelkes (1576-1623)
Provides a biography and other information about Thomas Weelkes, the English Renaissance composer. (02/03)
Thomas Morley (1557-1602)
Provides a biography and a discussion of the music of the English Renaissance composer, Thomas Morley. (02/03)
Orlandus de Lassus (Catholic Encyclopedia)
Provides a biography of Orlandus de Lassus, the Renaissance composer. Includes a discussion of his musical contributions. (02/03)
The Renaissance Era - Composers
Provides brief and easy to read biographies of several Renaissance composers, including William Byrd, Josquin Desprez, Giovanni Gabrielli, and Giovanni Palestrina. Links to musical styles and music history. (02/03)
The Online Music Encyclopedia
Features short biographies of many composers, as well as descriptions of brass, string, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Includes audio clips. Searchable. Links to related sites.
Composer Biographies
Provides information about many composers, along with photographs. Links to related sites, including hyperlinks within the articles.
Essentials of Music
Provides a multimedia introduction to classical music. The “Eras” section covers the six main periods in classical music history, discussion historical themes, musical context, style & major composers. The “Composers” section includes brief biographies and works of nearly 70 composers. The glossary provides 200 terms with examples.
Music History - A Guide to Western Composers and their Music
Features a guide to musical history, categorized by Middle Ages, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and 20th Century. Includes information on the notable composers and their works. Many sound files.
Classical Music Navigator
Provides information on over 400 composers and the forms and styles of classical music. Includes a glossary, a geographical roster, and a basic library of notable works.
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Updated February 2007.
