Music of the Romantic Period

These flashcards cover key concepts, composers, and terms related to the Romantic Period in music, suitable for a Grade 9 music exam.

Romantic Music

Western music composed from the late 18th century to the 19th century, characterized by emotion, imagination, and individualism.

Nationalism in Music

Incorporation of a country’s native folk songs and musical styles into compositions, prevalent in the Romantic Era.

Ludwig Van Beethoven

A composer known for bridging Classical to Romantic music through emotional expression.

Virtuoso

A musician with exceptional skill, often associated with highly technical performances.

Niccolo Paganini

The most famous violin virtuoso, born in Italy; known for compositions like "La Campanella" and his exceptional talent.

Frédéric Chopin

A Polish composer and virtuoso pianist known for his piano works, often reflecting his love for Poland.

Etude

A musical piece designed to develop a specific technique.

Ballade

A narrative verse form set to music.

Nocturne

An instrumental composition evoking a dreamy mood, typically for piano.

Program Music

Instrumental music that conveys images or tells a story without lyrics.

Hector Berlioz

A composer known for his work "Symphonie Fantastique", notable for its use of tone color.

Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

A Russian composer famous for ballet music and works like "Swan Lake" and "Romeo and Juliet".

Camille Saint-Saëns

A French composer known for elegant music such as "Carnival of the Animals" and "Danse Macabre".

Polonaise

A slow Polish dance in triple time, often associated with Chopin's work.

Mazurka

A Polish dance in triple time signature, popularized by Chopin.

Virtuoso Pianist

A pianist of exceptional skill known for high technical demands in their performances.

Romantic Music

Western music composed from the late 18^{th} century to the 19^{th} century, characterized by emotion, imagination, and individualism.

Nationalism in Music

Incorporation of a country’s native folk songs and musical styles into compositions, prevalent in the Romantic Era.

Ludwig Van Beethoven

A composer known for bridging Classical to Romantic music through emotional expression.

Virtuoso

A musician with exceptional skill, often associated with highly technical performances.

Niccolo Paganini

The most famous violin virtuoso, born in Italy; known for compositions like "La Campanella" and his exceptional talent.

Frédéric Chopin

A Polish composer and virtuoso pianist known for his piano works, often reflecting his love for Poland.

Etude

A musical piece designed to develop a specific technique.

Ballade

A narrative verse form set to music.

Nocturne

An instrumental composition evoking a dreamy mood, typically for piano.

Program Music

Instrumental music that conveys images or tells a story without lyrics.

Hector Berlioz

A composer known for his work "Symphonie Fantastique", notable for its use of tone color.

Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

A Russian composer famous for ballet music and works like "Swan Lake" and "Romeo and Juliet".

Camille Saint-Saëns

A French composer known for elegant music such as "Carnival of the Animals" and "Danse Macabre".

Polonaise

A slow Polish dance in triple time, often associated with Chopin's work.

Mazurka

A Polish dance in triple time signature, popularized by Chopin.

Virtuoso Pianist

A pianist of exceptional skill known for high technical demands in their performances.

Characteristics of Romanticism

A focus on individualism, the power of the imagination, and the expression of intense emotions.

Beethoven's Musical Influence

Acted as the primary bridge from the structured Classical period to the emotionally driven Romantic period.

Tone Color (Timbre)

The quality of musical sound, which Hector Berlioz famously explored and expanded in his orchestrations.

Tchaikovsky's Famous Masterpieces

Includes celebrated ballets and narrative works such as "Swan Lake" and "Romeo and Juliet".

Saint-Saëns' Composition Style

Known for its elegance and descriptive imagery, found in pieces like "Carnival of the Animals".

Triple Meter in Polish Music

The common time signature used for both the Polonaise and the Mazurka dances.

Chopin's Musical Themes

Deeply influenced by his Polish heritage and nationalistic pride, often woven into his piano compositions.

Romantic Music

Western music composed from the late 18^{th} century to the 19^{th} century, characterized by emotion, imagination, and individualism.

Nationalism in Music

The incorporation of native folk songs and musical styles into compositions to reflect a country's heritage.

Ludwig Van Beethoven

The composer who acted as the primary bridge from the structured Classical period to the emotionally driven Romantic period.

Virtuoso

A musician with exceptional technical skill, often performing highly complex and demanding musical pieces.

Niccolo Paganini

An Italian violin virtuoso and composer famous for works such as "La Campanella" and his incredible technical mastery.

Frédéric Chopin

A Polish composer and virtuoso pianist known for his expressive piano works like the Etude, Ballade, and Nocturne.

Program Music

Instrumental music that tells a story or conveys specific images without the use of lyrics.

Hector Berlioz

A French composer known for his program symphony "Symphonie Fantastique" and his innovations in orchestral tone color.

Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky

A Russian composer famous for his narrative ballets such as "Swan Lake" and "Romeo and Juliet".

Camille Saint-Saëns

A French composer known for his elegant and descriptive works, including "Carnival of the Animals" and "Danse Macabre".

Polonaise and Mazurka

Two types of Polish dances written in triple time (3 beats per measure) that often appeared in Chopin's compositions.

Tone Color (Timbre)

The unique quality of sound that distinguishes one instrument or voice from another, which was heavily explored during the Romantic era.

Virtuoso Pianist

A pianist of exceptional skill whose performances involve high technical demands and expressive depth.