Romantic Period - Music from 1820 to 1900
If the Classical Period is the parent, then the Romantic Period is its unruly teenager. Known for breaking the rules of Classical Period composition and structure, the Romantic Period explores the use of large ensembles, extreme emotion, and wild orchestration. Let these resources help you discover the composers, repertoire, and history of the Romantic Period.
Erik Satie's 6 Gnossiennes
Composed in the 1890's, Erik Satie's Six Gnossiennes have become favorite pieces of music to many people. Learn about the creation and facts about Erik Satie's Six Gnossiennes.
Composed in the 1890's, Erik Satie's Six Gnossiennes have become favorite pieces of music to many people. Learn about the creation and facts about Erik Satie's Six Gnossiennes.
Gretchen am Spinnrade Text and Translation
The English translation of Schubert's Gretchen am Spinnrade.
The English translation of Schubert's Gretchen am Spinnrade.
Strauss' Voices of Spring Waltz
Notes and background information on the Voices of Spring Waltz by Johann Strauss II.
Notes and background information on the Voices of Spring Waltz by Johann Strauss II.
The Nutcracker Ballet
During the holiday season, one ballet is performed throughout the world - you guessed it - The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker has been enchanting audiences from adults to children for over a century now. Many ballet companies perform The Nutcracker annually, creating a holiday tradition for thousands of families.
During the holiday season, one ballet is performed throughout the world - you guessed it - The Nutcracker. The Nutcracker has been enchanting audiences from adults to children for over a century now. Many ballet companies perform The Nutcracker annually, creating a holiday tradition for thousands of families.
Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain
The story behind Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain is spooky indeed. Find out why this song is a Halloween favorite.
The story behind Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain is spooky indeed. Find out why this song is a Halloween favorite.
Schubert Piano Trio No. 2 in E flat major, D. 929 (Op. 100)
A beautiful, sublime trio for piano, cello, and violin.
A beautiful, sublime trio for piano, cello, and violin.
Notes on Suite Bergamasque
Notes on Debussy's Suite Bergamasque including Clair de lune.
Notes on Debussy's Suite Bergamasque including Clair de lune.
Advice on Mahler from the Classical Music Forum
Read the advice the users on the Classical Music Forum are giving about Gustav Mahler. You'll find it very interesting and extremely helpful.
Read the advice the users on the Classical Music Forum are giving about Gustav Mahler. You'll find it very interesting and extremely helpful.
Schubert Quintet in A Major, “Trout”
This article contains a structural analysis of the first movement of Schubert's Trout Quintet.
This article contains a structural analysis of the first movement of Schubert's Trout Quintet.
The Biedermeier Culture - The Rise of the Middle Class and the Related Works of Schubert
The Biedermeier period in 18th century Vienna had a profound impact on the works of composers such as Schubert. This article discusses the rise, causes and result of the Biedermeier period.
The Biedermeier period in 18th century Vienna had a profound impact on the works of composers such as Schubert. This article discusses the rise, causes and result of the Biedermeier period.
Romantic Period Music
This site gives a thorough analysis of the Romantic Period.
This site gives a thorough analysis of the Romantic Period.
Romantic Music
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You may want to turn your sound off before going to this site. You will find some useful facts about Romantic Period music.
Short Description of Romantic Period
You will find a short and simple description of the Romantic Period.
You will find a short and simple description of the Romantic Period.
The Romantic Movement
A large essay about the Romantic Period.
A large essay about the Romantic Period.
Romantic Period Composers and Music
A great resource for Romantic Period composers and their music.
A great resource for Romantic Period composers and their music.