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Which composer is known for incorporating Hungarian folk music themes into their works?
Which composer is known for incorporating Hungarian folk music themes into their works?
- Johannes Brahms (correct)
- Franz Schubert
- Frédéric Chopin
- Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
What is the primary characteristic of the 'Ave Maria' that makes it unique from other pieces discussed?
What is the primary characteristic of the 'Ave Maria' that makes it unique from other pieces discussed?
- Its focus on a single, lyrical melody (correct)
- Its use of a full orchestra
- Its use of chromaticism
- Its strong, dramatic themes
Which piece incorporates 'rubato' as a key element in its musical style?
Which piece incorporates 'rubato' as a key element in its musical style?
- Nocturne in E-flat Major, Op. 9 No. 2 (correct)
- Ave Maria
- Swan Lake (correct)
- Hungarian Dance No. 5
Which of these musical elements is NOT a common characteristic of Romantic period music?
Which of these musical elements is NOT a common characteristic of Romantic period music?
Which piece best exemplifies the use of chromaticism to enhance emotional intensity?
Which piece best exemplifies the use of chromaticism to enhance emotional intensity?
What is the main purpose of the 'Ride of the Valkyries' orchestral scoring?
What is the main purpose of the 'Ride of the Valkyries' orchestral scoring?
Which composer is NOT associated with the Romantic period?
Which composer is NOT associated with the Romantic period?
How did the orchestra expand during the Romantic period?
How did the orchestra expand during the Romantic period?
What distinguishes Romantic melodies from those of the Classical period?
What distinguishes Romantic melodies from those of the Classical period?
Which musical element was utilized to enhance the emotional contrasts in Romantic music?
Which musical element was utilized to enhance the emotional contrasts in Romantic music?
What is a key characteristic of Romantic harmonies?
What is a key characteristic of Romantic harmonies?
What is the concept of 'program music' in the Romantic era?
What is the concept of 'program music' in the Romantic era?
How does rubato contribute to the expressive nature of Romantic music?
How does rubato contribute to the expressive nature of Romantic music?
What is the significance of the emotional element in Romantic music?
What is the significance of the emotional element in Romantic music?
Which statement best describes the overall impact of the Romantic period on music?
Which statement best describes the overall impact of the Romantic period on music?
Flashcards
Chromaticism
Chromaticism
Use of notes outside of the standard scale for expression.
Modulation
Modulation
Changing key centers to shift mood and emotion.
Nationalism in Music
Nationalism in Music
Incorporating national identity like folk tunes into compositions.
Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake
Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake
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Schubert's Ave Maria
Schubert's Ave Maria
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Brahms' Hungarian Dance No. 5
Brahms' Hungarian Dance No. 5
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Wagner's Ride of the Valkyries
Wagner's Ride of the Valkyries
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Romantic Period
Romantic Period
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Emotion and Expression
Emotion and Expression
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Expanded Orchestra
Expanded Orchestra
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Dynamic Range
Dynamic Range
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Melody
Melody
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Harmony
Harmony
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Rhythm
Rhythm
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Program Music
Program Music
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Study Notes
Romantic Period Music
- The Romantic period in music roughly spanned from 1820 to 1900.
- Composers focused on expressing deep emotions and individualism.
- Romantic music was more expressive, dynamic, and often dramatic compared to Classical music.
Key Features of Romantic Music
- Emotion and Expression: Composers aimed to evoke intense emotions (love, sadness, awe, triumph) through their music, often telling personal stories.
- Expanded Orchestra: The orchestra grew larger with instruments like the tuba and piccolo, expanding the range of timbres (sounds).
- Dynamic Range: Romantic music utilized extreme changes in loudness (dynamics), like crescendos and decrescendos, to build tension and drama.
- Melody: Melodies were often long, lyrical, and expressive with a less predictable flow compared to the structured melodies of the Classical period.
- Harmony: Composers employed more complex harmonies and explored chromaticism (using notes outside the traditional scale), frequently incorporating dissonance for added tension.
- Rhythm: Rhythms were more flexible, allowing for rubato (a slight speeding up or slowing down of the tempo) to enhance expression.
- Program Music: Instrumental music that tells a story or paints a picture without words; examples include tone poems and symphonic poems.
- Chromaticism and Modulation: Composers used notes outside the standard scale (chromatic notes) and frequently changed key centers (modulation) to create shifts in mood.
- Rise of Nationalism: Composers incorporated elements of their national identity (folk tunes or rhythms) to create distinctive cultural flavors.
Examples of Romantic Period Composers and Works
- Tchaikovsky: Swan Lake (long, dramatic, full orchestral sound)
- Schubert: Ave Maria (intimate, lyrical, simple accompaniment)
- Brahms: Hungarian Dance No. 5 (lively, syncopated rhythms reflecting folk music)
- Chopin: Nocturne in E-flat Major, Op. 9 No. 2 (lyrical, smooth, flowing melody)
- Wagner: Ride of the Valkyries (powerful orchestration, strong rhythmic drive)
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