Study Guide - Quiz 2 PDF

Study Guide Quiz 2 Differences among 3 eras - Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras Baroque: focused on more liveliness in its subject matter stark realism “Furthermore, Baroque paintings were characterized by the use of vibrant colors appl...

Study Guide Quiz 2 Differences among 3 eras - Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras Baroque: focused on more liveliness in its subject matter stark realism “Furthermore, Baroque paintings were characterized by the use of vibrant colors applied with swirling and wide brushstrokes, which indicated movement and emotional intensity.” Dramatic illumination Classical Era: Noble Simplicity “One of the primary characteristics of Neoclassical art was its return to ideals of “simplicity”, “symmetry”, “proportion”, and “harmony”. This simplicity of form and shape was seen in Neoclassical painting and sculpture.” Focused on forms Romantic Era: valued imagination, inspiration, and originality. Personal connections to nature nationalism throughout Europe emphasis on landscapes, traditions, and folklore explore different psychological, emotional, and mood states “Some Romantic artists painted scenes that emphasized humans as being one with nature. Other artists preferred to portray the powerful and unpredictable forces of nature in paintings that evoke feelings of awe and sometimes terror. Romantic artists harbored a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.” Romantic composers were searching for a way to develop their voice through their music, one which was recognizable to audiences - Start of a social movement had more personal, creative freedom because they no longer worked under the noble patronage system that defined the Baroque and Classical Eras. Ultimately, Romantic composers would evolve and expand the formalist Classical structure into a more complex, rich musical language Piano music ○ 88 keys - evolved in the late 19th century ○ More dynamic variety ○ Composers: Chopin, Schumann, Brahms Program Music ○ Tells a story - could be anything  Life Imaginatory story mythology ○ program music didn't have to tell a narrative story, but could be used to evoke the spirit of a time or place. ○ Tone Poem - descriptive orchestral music ○ Composers: Liszt, Saint-Saens, Wagner Art song (Lieder) ○ A solo voice accompanied by the piano ○ Composers: Schubert, Schumann Nationalism ○ Defines the ideals and cultural identity of the composers’ homeland nation ○ Composers: Dvorak, Smetana, Sibelius Listening: Chopin - Nocturne in Eb major (Piano) Liszt - Liebestraum (Piano) Saint-Saens - Dance Macabre (Tone Poem) Schubert - Erlkonig (Art song) Smetana - Moldau (Nationalism) Dvorak - New World symphony (Nationalism)