Franz Schubert Musical Style and Contributions

Question 1

Which era of traits did Schubert possess?

Answer 1

combined Classical and Romantic traits

Question 2

How did Schubert demonstrate Classicism?

Answer 2

formal structures:
sonata form with repeated exposition;
variations;
symmetrical phrase structure;
standard Classical orchestra

Question 3

How did Schubert demonstrate Romanticism?

Answer 3

chromatic harmony -
juxtaposition of major and minor tonality;
unexpected modulations

Question 4

How did Mozart influence Schubert?

Answer 4

lyrical melodic style

Question 5

How did Beethoven influence Schubert?

Answer 5

symphonic writing

Question 6

Which German poets influenced Schubert?

Answer 6

<b>Johann Wolfgang von Goethe</b>

Question 7

How did Schubert connect text and music in his art songs?

Answer 7

uses harmony to highlight key words (text painting)

Question 8

What changes did Schubert made to the role of pianos

Answer 8

increased role of piano in art songs:

piano accompaniment often depicts specific elements of the poem

Question 9

Which genres did Schubert introduce <b>new psychological intensity</b> to?

Answer 9

songs and song cycles

Question 10

What pervades all of Schubert’s works?

Answer 10

vocal lyricism

Question 11

Which pieces by Schubert reflect sorrow and deeply personal emotions?

Answer 11

<i>Death and the Maiden,
Die Winterreise</i>
Fantasy in F Minor