Baroque music was characterized by its dynamic contrasts and expressive qualities. One commonly used convention for Baroque dynamics was the liberal use of crescendos and diminuendos. This means that musicians would gradually increase (crescendo) or decrease (diminuendo) the volume or intensity of the music. By incorporating these dynamic changes, Baroque composers and performers were able to create dramatic and emotionally engaging musical experiences for the listeners.
Additionally, abrupt changes between forte (loud) and piano (soft) dynamics were also a common feature in Baroque music. This sudden shift in volume added excitement and contrast to the music, highlighting the emotional nuances within the compositions.
In contrast, playing everything very softly or having lots of mezzo dynamics without much variation were not typically characteristic of Baroque music. The Baroque period favored dynamic contrasts and expressive variations to convey the depth of emotions and themes present in the music.
