The Oratorio

I believe that the most significant musical contribution during the Baroque period is the oratorio. The word “oratorio” essentially refers to a prayer. An oratorio is a rather extensive compilation of various operatic pieces. The oratorio is similar to the opera but the compositions and lyrics included in an oratorio are usually based on the life of Christ. Every oratorio tells a story from the Bible through music without intricate backdrops and structured dramatic scenes. Personally, what I like best about the oratorio, in contrast to the orchestral arrangements, is that composers of the oratorios include solo vocals and choir parts are combined with the orchestra.