This lesson is part 1 of 4 that I’ve released on the Baroque period of music. These lessons are a part of my online course, Busy Kids Do Music History.
Lesson 1: What was happening during the Baroque period?
- Watch the video.
Let’s take a quick peek at some things that were happening in the Western world at the same time as the Baroque Period.
2. Written Activity.
Design your own Baroque inspired costume (download this PDF).
3. Explore Baroque Art Further:
The Trevi Fountain in Rome is an example of Baroque architecture and one of the most famous fountains in the world. Watch this video to see footage (and learn a few things) about this beautiful fountain.
Read about Rembrandt, a famous Dutch painter during the Baroque period, in this article.
Powdered wigs were all the rage of the Baroque period. Try crafting one similar to this photo using toilet paper rolls:
To view Lesson 2 in the series, click here.
To view Lesson 3 in the series, click here.
To view Lesson 4 in the series, click here.
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