1. 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

2. Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism
A response to Industrialization

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

11. 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?