The Romantic Era (1820-1900)

During which years did the Romantic Era take place?

• 1820 to 1900

• 1600 to 1750

• 1750 to 1820

• 1900 to 1950

Which of the following was NOT a feature of the Romantic Era?

• Showing lots of emotion

• Imagination

• Strict discipline

• Individuality

Romantic Era painters preferred bold colors and scenes depicting dynamic action.

• True

• False

The Romantic Era coincided with which major historical event?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Renaissance

• The Great Depression

• The Age of Exploration

Romantic artists celebrated themselves and their raw creativity.

• True

• False

Which of the following composers is NOT mentioned as a significant composer of the Romantic Era?

• Franz Schubert

• Clara Schumann

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Frederic Chopin

The emotional intensity seen in the works of _______ and _______ influenced the Romantic Era composers.

• Mozart and Beethoven

• Bach and Handel

• Haydn and Schubert

• Chopin and Liszt

Which of the following is a characteristic of Romantic Era music?

• Limited range of tone color

• Greater ranges of tone color, dynamics, and pitch

• Absence of emotional intensity

• Strict avoidance of Classical forms

Romantic Era composers continued the use of Classical Music forms.

• True

• False

Fill in the blank: In the Romantic Era, there is emphasis on self-expression and individuality. The music reflects the personality of the composer rather than some rigid ______/form.

• style

• melody

• instrument

• tempo