Music Appreciation Test 4

Individuality of Style

A characteristic of Romantic music where composers express their unique voice and personal style.

Program Music

Music that is associated with a story, idea, or theme, often depicting scenes or narratives.

Expressive Tone Color

A characteristic of Romantic music involving a wide range of instrumental timbres and textures.

Chromaticism

The use of notes outside the standard chords, creating richness and complexity in harmony.

Art Song

A vocal music composition, typically for solo voice and piano, often expressing deep emotions.

Song Cycle

A group of songs designed to be performed in sequence, often related thematically.

Strophic Form

A song structure where the same music is repeated for each stanza of lyrics.

Through-Composed

A song structure that features continuous, non-repetitive music throughout.

Erlkonig

A notable art song by Franz Schubert, showcasing the dramatic narrative and emotional depth.

Symphonic Poem

A one-movement orchestral work that conveys a poetic idea, story, or theme.

Idee Fixe

A recurring musical theme that represents a specific idea or character in a composition, famously used by Berlioz.

Neo-Classicist

A term describing composers like Brahms who fused Romantic elements with classical forms and structures.

Nocturne

A musical composition that is inspired by or evocative of the night, often soft and reflective.

Violin Concerto

A composition for violin and orchestra, exemplified by Mendelssohn's work.

Expanded Romantic Orchestra

An orchestral arrangement that includes a larger range of instruments, particularly in brass and percussion sections.

The Moldau

A symphonic poem by Smetana that depicts the Vltava River and is a prime example of program music combined with nationalism.

New World Symphony

A symphonic work by Dvorak inspired by American themes and folk music.

Clara Wieck Schumann

Recognized as one of the greatest female pianists of the Romantic era and a prominent composer.

Symphonie Fantastique

A five-movement symphony by Berlioz that explores a dramatic narrative through unique orchestration and musical themes.