In the 18th century keyboard instruments were evolving at a rapid rate. Since first appearing in the middle of the 16th century, the harpsichord - with its mechanically-plucked strings held at low ...

It has evolved over the centuries, becoming prominent in the 18th Century. Its role as a supporting instrument began to change, with composers beginning to write solo concertos for it. English violist ...

See and hear the historic English chamber organ, one of Colonial Williamsburg's 18th-century instruments, dating from around 1740. Recitals are free and open to the public. Donations are gratefully ...