From the Archives - Renaissance Dance Party

By Frank Byrne,

Sam Wisman

Published July 22, 2026 at 6:50 AM CDT

Dance music throughout the ages has been an integral part of life and art. Dances from the Renaissance period were popular music of their day and are reflective, joyful, and can be great fun. We’ll explore music of four of the best Renaissance composers.

Compositions and Recordings

12 Dances from the Danserye
by Tielman Susato
David Munrow and the Early Music Consort of London

Balletto Detto di Conte Orlando
by Simone Molinaro
Josef Ulsamer and the Ulsamer Collegium

5 Dances from "Lachrymae"
by John Dowland
David Munrow and the Early Music Consort of London

6 Dances from "Terpsichore"
by Michael Praetorius
Fritz Neumeyer and Collegium Terpsichore

From the Archives with Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne

Frank Byrne is the host of From the Archives.

Sam Wisman

Sam Wisman is Production Director for 91.9 Classical KC and a backup announcer for KCUR 89.3