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Thomas Wikman discusses Baroque music and its rise in history

BROADCAST: Jun. 30, 1982 | DURATION: 00:31:15

Synopsis

Studs interview with Thomas Wikman about MOB (Music of Baroque). Wikman shares historical details of the rise of Baroque music. Studs and Wikman discuss various Baroque pieces and the instruments used. Wikman describes various pieces of his work and members of his group. They discuss Baroque composers, and Wikman describes how acoustics play a role in their music selections for live performances. Studs also explores Wikman's childhood and influences to his music.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jun. 30, 1982

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 54.37 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
31 minutes, 15 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music Music - Other

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Wikman, Thomas Music Music--17th century Audiotapes. Radio programs. Music--Baroque influences Vierdanck, Johann, approximately 1605-1646 Music--16th century--Historiography. Influences Instruments and music

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