The Music of Heinrich Schutz (and Brahms!)
Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast
English - November 24, 2021 13:42 - 43 minutes - 78.8 MB - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratingsMusic Arts Performing Arts bassoon performing timpani cello clarinet classicalmusic conductor flute music piano Homepage Download Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
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There are composers whose influence outstrips their popularity. The Baroque composer Heinrich Schutz falls into this group, due to his total focus on writing sacred vocal music. But for those who know his music, he is essential. He was the most important German composer before Bach and was vital to the development of music. Today I’m going to take you through some of Schutz’s greatest musical achievements, including his Muskalische Exequien, the piece that very likely inspired the Brahms Requiem. Join us!