Exam 2 - Classical vs. Romanticism

Question 1

Characteristics of Classical Music, MELODY:

Answer 1

symmetrical, catchy, simple

Question 2

Characteristics of Classical Music, HARMONY:

Answer 2

functional harmony

Question 3

Characteristics of Classical Music, RHYTHM:

Answer 3

steady tempos, varied rhythm patterns compared to Baroque (little repetition)

Question 4

Characteristics of Classical Music, TEXTURE:

Answer 4

homophonic; one main melody; clear texture.
balance of contrasting moods
Gradual dynamics
No improvisation (basso continuo)
Clarinet and Piano now used!
Timpani
Larger orchestra

Question 5

4 Movements of the Classical Symphony:

Answer 5

1. Fast
2. Slow
3. Medium (3/4; Minuet)
4. Fast

Question 6

Romanticism view the world in terms of ___.

Answer 6

his own personal feelings

Question 7

Romanticism overview:

Answer 7

Subjects: low, the supernatural. 
Transfer of power from the aristocracy to middle class
Rise of personal freedoms
Rebellion against conventional form 
Emphasis on individual expression

Question 8

Romantic Forms:

Answer 8

Thematic unity between movements.

Question 9

Characteristics of Romantic Music, MELODY:

Answer 9

increased expressiveness through wide dynamics;
use of nationalistic themes from composer’s homeland;
odd and extended lengths to sound free;

Question 10

Characteristics of Romantic Music, HARMONY:

Answer 10

large harmonic sounds than the classical period;

more dissonant harmonies used;

Question 11

Characteristics of Romantic Music, RHYTHM:

Answer 11

melodies sound more improvised by free rhythms given to the music;
Rubato tempos;
Tempos change within a movement;

Question 12

Characteristics of Romantic Music, TEXTURE:

Answer 12

orchestra grows in size, use of all instrument family members
Tuba, more passion idk how to describe that