About Baroque pop
Baroque pop is a music genre that emerged in United States and United Kingdom in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of pop music. Its influences include Baroque music.
Among the best-known names in the style are Lana Del Rey, Kate Bush, Alexander Rybak, Tori Amos, Sarah Brightman and Panic! at the Disco.
From Wikipedia
Baroque pop (sometimes called baroque rock) is a fusion genre that combines rock music with particular elements of classical music. It emerged in the mid-1960s as artists pursued a majestic, orchestral sound and is identifiable for its appropriation of Baroque compositional styles (contrapuntal melodies and functional harmony patterns) and dramatic or melancholic gestures. Harpsichords figure prominently, while oboes, French horns, and string quartets are also common.
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Baroque pop.
Key artists
- Lana Del Rey
- Kate Bush
- Alexander Rybak
- Tori Amos
- Sarah Brightman
- Panic! at the Disco
- Nick Drake
- Barry Gibb
- Procol Harum
- Sufjan Stevens
Related genres
Pop rock
1960s · United States
Indie pop
1980s · United Kingdom
Contemporary R&B
1980s · United States
Pop-punk
1970s · Canada
British Invasion
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Schlager music
1870s · Europe
Dance-pop
1980s · United States
Latin pop
1970s · Spain
Frequently asked questions
What is Baroque pop?
Baroque pop is a music genre that emerged in United States and United Kingdom in the 1960s. It is usually classed as a form of pop music. Its influences include Baroque music.
Where and when did Baroque pop originate?
Baroque pop originated in United States and United Kingdom in the 1960s.
Who are famous Baroque pop artists?
Lana Del Rey, Kate Bush, Alexander Rybak, Tori Amos, Sarah Brightman and Panic! at the Disco.