Romantic music is not just music that's played in love scenes, it's a time period! The music from the Romantic era also includes Nationalism and Impressionism. If these titles sound familiar to you from art class, they should! It's all related!
Listen to these examples of romantic period music. See if you can hear the differences from Classic and Baroque Music. Which piece do you prefer? Why?
Important Instrument in the Romantic Era - The Harp Do you think it plays high or low notes?
Yes, you are right, it can play both high and low notes. Take a look at the different lengths of the strings....
Yes, you are right, it can play both high and low notes. Take a look at the different lengths of the strings....
During this time period, Composers began to feel strong feelings about their native homelands. This passion towards their country led them to use traditional folk melodies in their music. They put lots of emotion into their music!
Listen to this Verdi Opera. An Opera is a big production Here is one of the most famous waltzes written!
of music, singing and drama. A Waltz is a dance with a meter of 3 beats. 3/4 time
of music, singing and drama. A Waltz is a dance with a meter of 3 beats. 3/4 time
A Ballet is a form that includes music and dance, but not singing. Watch this famous dance from The Nutcracker.
Music from this time period mimics that art work created called Impressionism. Notice that it is dreamy and fluid and it is more in focus the farther away you stand from the artwork. Music is the same; dreamy and distant with great use of dynamics (remember: loud and soft.) Notice this painting done by Claude Monet.
Music from the Impressionism Period is great to listen to when you need to relax and decrease your stress level.
Pick an Assignment: Romantic Period
Chose a piece by Ravel or Debussy. Create a piece of art that reflects what you hear. Share with a photo.
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Talk with your family to learn what country your family history is connected to; find a folk song or Nationalism Piece of music that is connected with your country.
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Research the life of one of the Romantic Composers. Pretend you are interviewing the composer. Write you your interview. Be sure to ask them about their music compositions.
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