Follia Today

Translates to "madness," "folly," or "empty-headedness" in Italian/Spanish, referring to the frenzied, fast-paced nature of its original dance.

Early Folia (faster, 15th-16th century) and Late Folia (slower, 17th-18th century, popular in the Baroque era). Musical Characteristics Follia

pattern, creating a feeling of constant movement between tonic (minor) and relative major. Translates to "madness

Arcangelo Corelli’s Violin Sonata Op. 5, No. 12 (1700) is the most famous Baroque example, setting the standard for the form. " or "empty-headedness" in Italian/Spanish

Antonio Vivaldi, Marin Marais, Jean-Baptiste Lully, and Alessandro Scarlatti all wrote famous variations. Enduring Legacy

Primarily a harmonic progression—a "ground bass" or repeating chord sequence—rather than a single fixed melody.