Ballet

Description

Ballet music is typically orchestral and is composed to accompany the dance form of ballet. It often features expressive melodies, dynamic contrasts, and rhythmic precision to match the choreography.

History

Ballet music originated in the Italian Renaissance courts of the 15th and 16th centuries and was further developed in France and Russia. It evolved from simple dance accompaniments to complex orchestral scores, with notable contributions from composers like Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Prokofiev. Ballet music became an integral part of the classical music repertoire, influencing both the development of dance and orchestral music.