Romantic Period Unit Study Guide

Known as the Waltz King; slightly more well-known than his father.

Began in the early nineteenth century and ended in the early twentieth century.

Known as Strauss the Elder, he wrote mostly waltzes.

One of the most noted composers for piano music in the history of music.

His work is more conservative and traditional than most of the other composers of the period.

Those who were more innovative and creative in the form and style of their works.

Those who used the ethnic and national folk traditions in their work.

A piece in which dancers tell a story through their movements and the music.

The use of notes outside the scale that the music is using

A single, continuous movement that reflects a poem, story, or painting

Those who retained the classical forms and guidelines.

Works that adhere to the typical symphonic form, but which also add in choirs and soloists.

Was famous all over Europe for his performing skills, was noted that he had great showmanship during performances.

He is also the most “Classical” in his music, reflecting many of the techniques of the Baroque and Classical periods.

A genre in the arts that refers to the heroic prose and art that was popular during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

Often accompanied by a strong sense of pride and connection with one’s particular group.

Instrumental music that tells a story or gives the impressions of poems, literary works, and so on.