The cultural and aesthetic movement of the Baroque that flourished from the end of the 16th until the middle of the 18th century, influenced the evolution of art and artistic creation. Focusing on human emotions and passions, the Baroque took form on the basis of an antithesis: extravagance and substance. Composers such as Bach, Handel, Corelli, Alessandro and Domenico Scarlatti, Lully, Rameau, Purcel and Vivaldi created within this artistic framework and produced eternal masterpieces, thus opening the horizon for the birth of the classical style.
In its annual concert, the CyYSO Academy scholars together with Cyprus Youth Symphony Orchestra ensembles will take you on a musical exploration of the fascinating world of Baroque musical creation.
Narrator: Andreas Iacovides
Artistic Direction: Yiorgos Kountouris
Booking & Event Information
Lemesos: Saturday 26 May 2018
Pattihio Lemesos Municipal Theatre, 19:30
Entrance free
Masterclass in Baroque Performance Practice
12 and 13 May 2018, 9:30-18:00, Pallas Theatre, Pafos Gate
Aiming at the best possible preparation for this concert, the Cyprus Symphony Orchestra Foundation organises a masterclass in Baroque performance practice with Mr. Simos Papanas, distinguished violinist and concertmaster of the Thessaloniki State Symphony Orchestra. Mr. Papanas will teach Baroque performance style and techniques to CyYSO ensembles and soloists participating in the concert. The masterclass will be open to the public.
