The Romantic Era 1820-1900
Romantic Ideals Classical Romantic Reason, Rules/Form Monuments of Ancient Greeks and Romans Romantic Emotionalism Liberty of Man and wonders of nature Self-Expression
Program Music Instrumental music, usually symphony Recreate a story, text, play, or painting Evoke particular feelings
Romantic Musical Style Broad, powerful, sweeping Expressive, lyrical Rhythmic flexibility Colorful harmony Modulations Artistic liberties/freedom to performer
Genres Program Symphony Symphonic Poem – orchestra Art Songs – accompanied voice Character Piece – piano Opera
Composers Schubert Berlioz Brahms Wagner
Things to Remember Emotionalism, self-expression, lyrical Even more dramatic Opera Program Symphonies, Art Songs Telling stories, emotions