The development of new musical forms and technologies led to the rise of instrumental music during the Baroque period.
During the Baroque era (16th - 18th century), there are changes in the world of music. One of the key factors contributing to the rise of instrumental music was the evolution of musical instruments themselves.
Some innovations in instrument construction and design such as the invention of the violin family and improvements in keyboard instruments like the harpsichord and organ made it possible to create more complex and expressive music for these instruments.
Another factor was the emergence of new musical forms and genres that prominently featured instrumental music. Composers of the Baroque period began to explore instrumental music in more profound way. This gave birth to genres like the concerto, sonata and suite.