Nineteenth Century Romantic Music Features
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What is the primary characteristic of Romantic melodies?

  • They are highly chromatic and dissonant.
  • They are short and simple in range.
  • They are contrapuntal and imitative.
  • They have warmth and expressiveness. (correct)
  • How did Romantic composers expand the expressiveness of their music?

  • By avoiding modulations and chromatic harmony.
  • By adhering strictly to the key signature.
  • By using a narrower range of dynamics.
  • By using a wider range of dynamics and tempo markings. (correct)
  • What is a characteristic of Romantic harmony?

  • It avoids dissonances and complex chords.
  • It is strictly diatonic and adheres to major and minor scales.
  • It uses a lot of dissonances and chromatic harmony. (correct)
  • It is primarily based on counterpoint and imitation.
  • Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Romantic music?

    <p>Predominant use of counterpoint and imitative textures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the Romantic approach to tempo and articulation?

    <p>Frequent use of accelerando and ritardando.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary texture of Romantic music?

    <p>Homophonic, like Classical music.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key difference between Romantic composers and composers from previous eras?

    <p>Romantic composers catered to a larger middle-class audience rather than the aristocracy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following musical genres was LESS preferred by the public during the Romantic era?

    <p>Chamber music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Romantic composers express their national identity in their music?

    <p>By using folk tunes, folk styles, and legendary folk heroes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for Romantic composers using a richer, denser sound in orchestral music?

    <p>To achieve diversity in persuasive mood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the shift from an aristocratic society to a democratic society impact Romantic composers?

    <p>It allowed them to cater to a larger middle-class audience.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of Romantic composers' self-expression in their music?

    <p>To purposefully shout their identity or personality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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