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What were Schubert's years of birth and death?
1797-1828
He was the last of four composers from the ____________________.
Viennese school
Schubert is regarded as a ________________ figure whose music combines Classical and Romantic traits.
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Although Schubert is best known for his cultivation of the ________, he also composed many chamber and solo piano works.
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Schubert's classical traits include his approach to _________________ and his choice of classical forms and genres.
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Schubert's phrases are ________________ in shape, a Classical trait.
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The size and makeup of the _______________ used by Schubert in his compositions is a Classical trait.
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Schubert's harmonies are _______________ in nature, a Romantic trait.
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Schubert often juxtaposes _________________, using unexpected __________________.
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Schubert's lyrical melodic style, while a Romantic style trait, was influenced by this composer.
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Schubert's symphonic writing style was influenced by _______________.
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Schubert was influenced by German romantic poets, such as ____________.
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Gratuitous word-painting in Schubert's works include _______________ to highlight key words.
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Schubert increased the role of the __________ in art songs; often, through word painting, it will depict elements of the poem.
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He introduced ___________________ into his works; sorrow and deeply personal emotions are represented vividly.
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What is an example of Schubert using his Lieder as a source for new compositions?
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How many symphonies did Schubert write?
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Contributions to this genre include 15 string quartets ('Death and the Maiden'); 'Trout' Quintet, piano trios, octet for winds, and duo sonatas.
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Works for this instrument include sonatas, impromptus, moments musicaux, variations, dances, duets.
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Schubert wrote 600, including 'Die Forelle', 'Ave Maria', 'Der Erlkonig.'
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Schubert's contributions to this genre include 'Die Wintereisse' and 'Die Schone Mullerin.'
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What is the name of Schubert's only opera?
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How many masses did Schubert write?
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Study Notes
Franz Schubert Overview
- Born in 1797 and died in 1828, marking his brief yet impactful life.
- Associated with the Viennese school, the last of four notable composers from this group.
Musical Style
- Regarded as a transitional figure, blending Classical and Romantic elements.
- Known for his Lieder, a form of German art song, while also contributing significantly to chamber and solo piano music.
Classical Traits
- Employed traditional formal structures and classical forms in his compositions.
- Phrases exhibit symmetrical shapes, demonstrating his classical influences.
- The orchestration used in his works reflects a Classical approach.
Romantic Traits
- His harmonies are notably chromatic, a characteristic of the Romantic style.
- Often juxtaposed major and minor tonalities, creating unexpected harmonic progressions.
- Influenced by Mozart, particularly in his lyrical melodic style, a blend of Romantic traits.
- Beethoven's symphonic style heavily impacted Schubert's own orchestral writing.
Literary Influence
- Inspired by German romantic poets, such as Goethe, reflecting deeper emotional themes in his works.
Compositional Techniques
- Utilized harmony and gratuitous word-painting to emphasize key lyrics in his songs.
- Increased the role of piano in art songs, allowing it to portray elements of the accompanying poetry.
- Introduced psychological intensity through vivid representations of sorrow and personal emotions.
Notable Works
- The "Trout" Quintet illustrates Schubert’s practice of drawing from his Lieder for new compositions.
- Authored nine symphonies, with his Symphony No. 8 famously known as the "Unfinished."
- Made significant contributions to the chamber music genre, including 15 string quartets, the "Trout" Quintet, and various piano trios and sonatas.
- Composed about 600 Lieder, including famous pieces like "Die Forelle," "Ave Maria," and "Der Erlkonig."
- Created song cycles such as "Die Wintereisse" and "Die Schone Mullerin," showcasing his mastery in this form.
- "Fierrabras" is recognized as Schubert's only opera.
- Composed seven different masses, highlighting his versatility in sacred music.
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Description
This quiz explores the life and musical contributions of Franz Schubert, a pivotal figure bridging the Classical and Romantic eras. Delve into his unique Lieder, chamber music, and the distinctive traits that characterize his style, while examining his influences from Mozart and Beethoven.
