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.
Learn about bel canto during the romantic period of classical music.
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.
The English translation of Schubert's Gretchen am Spinnrade.
Notes and background information on the Voices of Spring Waltz by Johann Strauss II.
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.
The story behind Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain is spooky indeed. Find out why this song is a Halloween favorite.
A beautiful, sublime trio for piano, cello, and violin.
Notes on Debussy's Suite Bergamasque including Clair de lune.
Read the advice the users on the Classical Music Forum are giving about Gustav Mahler. You'll find it very interesting and extremely helpful.
This article contains a structural analysis of the first movement of Schubert's Trout Quintet.
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.
This site gives a thorough analysis of the Romantic Period.
You may want to turn your sound off before going to this site. You will find some useful facts about Romantic Period music.
A large essay about the Romantic Period.
A great resource for Romantic Period composers and their music.
