Barbara Strozzi (1619-1677) was the most prolific composer- male or female- of printed secular vocal music in mid-17th century Venice. This week's show delves into her fascinating life and music, with performances by La Risonanza and soprano Emanuela Galli. We'll also hear 17th century Italian harp music performed by Mara Galassi.

• Barbara Strozzi: Merce di Voi. Performed by Musica Secreta. 
• Barbara Strozzi: Begl’occhi. Performed by Musica Secreta. 
• Ascanio Mayone: Toccata Quarta. Performed by Mara Galassi, harp. 
• Barbara Strozzi: E giungera pur mai alla linea crudele. Performed by La Risonanza, and Emanuela Galli, soprano. 
• Ascanio Mayone: Recercare sopra il Canto fermo di Costantio. Performed by Mara Galassi, harp. 
• Barbara Strozzi: Hor che Apollo. Performed by La Risonanza, and Emanuela Galli, soprano. 
• Barbara Strozzi: Cieli, stelle, Deitadi. Performed by La Risonanza, and Emanuela Galli, soprano. 
• Alessandro Piccinini: Chiaccona in partite varie. Performed by Mara Galassi, harp. 
• Girolamo Frescobaldi: Toccata Ottava. Performed by Mara Galassi, harp.