The albums that define
baroque music.
Our picks for where to start with baroque music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top Baroque music artists
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The baroque music essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Julia Holter
Tragedy
Ethereal melodies intertwine with avant-garde arrangements, creating a haunting tapestry of sound that blurs the lines between pop and experimental.
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Julia Holter
Aviary
A mesmerizing blend of intricate orchestration and ethereal vocals creates a dreamlike soundscape throughout the album.
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Johann Sebastian Bach
Goldberg-Variationen: Fassung für zwei Klaviere von Joseph Rheinberger und Max Reger
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Rolf Lislevand
Diminuito
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