THE GENESIS OF THE PIANO TRIO by Marta CÎRLEJAN

“… The process leading to the crystallization of the piano trio can be traced back to the beginning of the17th century, a time when artists would perform under the patronage of noble families. A change in taste in the mid-18th century based on an appreciation for polyphony eventually determined the elimination of the basso continuo, the particularization of the voices and equalized the importance of the different instruments of the trio. …”
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Lithuanian bibliophiles in the XVIII century by Levas Vladimirovas

“…It is evident that during the 18th century, book collection and maintaining libraries was a matter of fashion among the noble families in Lithuania. Some of the bibliophiles were educated in the best European universities and took a genuine interest in cultural activities as well as books. …”
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