Classical to Romantic Music

An era from 1820-1900 emphasizing emotion, individualism, and breaking classical forms with new harmonies and orchestral colors.

Music that incorporates folk melodies, rhythms, and themes from a composer's native country.

The use of musical elements and imagery from distant or foreign lands to evoke mystery and adventure.

Instrumental music that tells a story or depicts a scene, often aided by a written program.

A musical setting of a poem for solo voice and piano, exploring themes of love, nature, and longing.

Emphasizes emotional expression using rich harmonies and dissonance.

The composer has flexibility in tempo and rhythm.

Absence of a tonal center or key in music.

Simultaneous use of two or more keys.

Music created using electronic instruments and sound manipulation techniques.

Music characterized by simple, repetitive patterns and gradual changes over time.

Music that expresses intense emotional experiences and inner turmoil.

Music that draws inspiration from non-Western or ancient cultures

Characterized by delicate textures, ambiguous harmonies, and a focus on atmosphere and mood.

A compositional technique based on predetermined series of pitches, rhythms, and other elements.

A return to classical forms and aesthetics, often with a modern twist.

Allowed for the preservation and dissemination of music on a large scale.

Expanded the range of available sounds and textures, leading to new forms of musical expression.

Provided new platforms for sharing music with a wide audience.

Revolutionized the process of music production and composition.