Giovanni Bassano

Giovanni Bassano was a big deal in the late Renaissance music scene in Venice. Born around 1558, he made a name for himself as a composer, instrumentalist, and music theorist. Bassano was particularly known for his skills on the cornetto, a popular wind instrument of the time. He spent much of his career at the famous St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, where he worked alongside other musical heavyweights of the era.

Bassano wasn't just a performer, though. He also put pen to paper and wrote some important stuff about music. His book "Ricercate, passaggi et cadentie" from 1585 is still considered a key text for understanding ornamentation in Renaissance music. Bassano's compositions, including motets, madrigals, and instrumental pieces, showcase the ornate style that was all the rage in Venice at the time. His work helped bridge the gap between the Renaissance and early Baroque periods in music history.

Genres

Early Music

Latest Release

Bassano: Ricercate

Giovanni Bassano

Album - 8 Tracks - Released December 7, 2022