January 16th Take Out: Key Terms sheet – we have a Key Terms Quiz Reminder: Written speeches due tomorrow Speech presentations start tomorrow *Semester 1 Final Study Guide will be posted on my website tonight

Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism A response to Industrialization

Romanticism Cultural movement from 1750-1850 Shaped Western literature and arts DOES NOT refer to romance in the sense of an affectionate relationship Refer to the artistic style emphasizing: imagination, freedom, and emotion

Romanticism Was a reaction to the Enlightenment Enlightenment focus on: classical Greek & Roman lit stress: order, harmony, reason, & emotional restraint Romanticism focus on: simple, direct language, intense feelings, & glorification of nature

Romanticism views on nature Nature was powerful & constantly changing Nature was a force that would/could never be fully understood Enlightenment thinkers thought that nature could be rationalized & completely understood

Albert Bierstadt, Hetch Hetchy Canyon, 1875 1880s, many writers/artist turned away from the harsh realities of industrial life to celebrate nature. The English poet William Wordsworth describes the peace & beauty of sunset: “It is a beauteous evening, calm and free, The holy time is quiet as a Nun Breathless with adoration; the broad sun Is sinking down in its tranquility.” Albert Bierstadt, Hetch Hetchy Canyon, 1875

Inspired by the past Romantic writers combined history, legend, & folklore Alexandre Dumas’ The Three Musketeers Victor Hugo’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame These novels re-created France’s past

Inspired by the past Architect were inspired by old styles & forms  medieval Gothic style The British House of Parliament building was rebuilt in 1870, built in the style of medieval Gothic architecture

Romantic music Romantic composers tried to stir up deep emotions  happiness or sadness Also wove in traditional folk melody into their works to glorify their nation’s past Ludwig van Beethoven Frederic Chopin Franz Liszt

Make a table in your notes Classical Music Romantic Music During Revolutions & Industrialization – wars & lots of changes Different types of instruments are used. Has emotional touch and can be depressing. Begin in early 1600s – time were there was political & social stability Specific instruments such as a piano are used Light & properly arranged

Classical Music Romantic music Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik As you listen – write down what you hear: Tempo – how fast/slow Type of musical instruments used Mood – What feelings are being evoked? Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 As you listen – write down what you hear: Tempo – how fast/slow Type of musical instruments used Mood – What feelings are being evoked?