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Renaissance music can feel both distant and familiar.
On these pages, you can explore the sounds, stories, and instruments that shaped musical life between approximately 1400 and 1600, and discover how this music still speaks to us today.
Introduction to Renaissance Music
New to Renaissance music? You're in the right place. This short guide walks you through what you're hearing, where it comes from, and why it still resonates — six centuries later.
Renaissance Instruments
Renaissance music (15th-17th centuries) was written for a wide range of instruments, each designed for a particular purpose. This guide explains what these instruments are, how they work, and what to listen for.
Explore the Music Beyond the Stage
Dive into Piffaro's growing resource library — watch past concert recordings, browse historic program books, and discover the story behind each instrument in the ensemble.
Read Our Blog
Dive into Piffaro's blog for deeper listening, insights, and historical context.
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Piffaro is a nonprofit sustained by people who love what we do. Your support directly funds performances, education programs, and our growing collection of historic instruments.