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Key Terms
baroque absolutism Age of Science theatricality
Age of Science
development of scientific methods and technology new theories about the natural world advent of empiricism
architecture
symmetry and geometry grandeur and scale of Versailles regulation of nature formal gardens
theater
mathematics and machinery Bibienas set designs
Church Composers
composed or improvised new music for worship played and led performances provided elaborate works for special occasions trained choirboys responded to increasing desire for keyboard, chamber, even orchestral works
Court Composers
employee of the court, producing music to order had to be prolific enjoyed secure existence could travel and encounter new trends