Music History Romantic Period

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Define 'Rubato'

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Borrowed time, slower

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What are the correct dates of the Romantic Period?

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1830-1900

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Define 'Singspiel'

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Comic German drama

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Define 'Etude'

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Piece of music for a specific instrument, specific technique

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Define 'Orchestration'

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Setting instruments in various combinations

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What is a 'Lied'?

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A German art song, typically for solo voice and piano.

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Define 'Program Music'

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Instrumental music that tells a story or describes a scene.

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What is 'Chamber Music'?

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Music composed for a small group of instruments.

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Define 'Nocturne'

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A musical composition that is inspired by or evocative of the night.

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What is 'Symphonic Poem'?

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A piece of orchestral music that illustrates or evokes the content of a poem.