Romantics Flashcards
Define ‘expressive’ in the context of music.
The ability to convey emotions and feelings through musical performance.
What does a huge range of dynamics and expression markings in music imply?
It indicates a wide variety of loudness levels and expressive techniques available to the performer.
What is meant by ‘virtuosity in instrument marking’?
The skill and technical proficiency required to perform complex musical passages on an instrument.
What is programme music?
Music that tells a story or conveys a narrative.
Romantics Period Dates
1820-1900
What is the time period associated with the Romantic style in music?
1820 - 1900
What is a key characteristic of the Romantic style in music?
Greater emphasis on expression and wide ranging melodies
What dynamics are commonly found in Romantic music?
Wide range of dynamics, swelling crescendos and diminuendos
What type of harmonies are interesting in the Romantic style?
Including some discords and more key changes
What is programme music?
Music that tells a story
Name three composers from the Romantic period.
- Beethoven
- Schubert
- Chopin
Fill in the blank: The Romantic style features interesting harmonies including _______.
[some discords]
True or False: Tchaikovsky is a composer associated with the Romantic period.
True
List five composers of the Romantic era.
- Schumann
- Liszt
- Brahms
- Grieg
- Dvorak
Fill in the blank: Romantic music often features _______ changes.
[more key]
Which composer is known for the use of swelling crescendos in their music?
[any composer from the Romantic period]
