Solo Song
Solo songs, though not constituting a major form, were being written in
many parts of Europe. The English "lute song" is sometimes associated
the Renaissance, but it is arguable
an expression of the Baroque as
well. Like the German lied, lute songs
were often strophic. They are also treasured
for the rich quality of their poetry. Baroque Lieder
were usually of folk character, in binary or ternary form, resembling small
arias,
and with instrumental accompaniment. The accompanied solo madrigal,
from Italy, is distinguished from its 16th-century predecessors, which
were unaccompanied part songs.
(see also Art Song)