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Lesson: Instrumental Music of the Romantic Period (1820-1900)
Objectives (What we will learn today)
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
1. Describe what Romantic music sounds like.
2. Learn about famous composers from this time.
3. Perform "The Wedding March" using body sounds (claps, snaps, stomps, etc.).
Activity: 4 Pics 1 Word
Look at the four pictures.
Find one word that connects them all.
Raise your hand if you know the answer!
(Pictures might include an orchestra, piano, symphony, and music notes, so the answer could be "Music"
or "Romantic.")
History and Background
The Romantic Period started in the late 1700s in Germany.
Composers wanted more freedom in their music.
Instead of following strict rules (like in Classical music), they used imagination and emotion.
Nationalism (love for one’s country) was very important in music.
Characteristics of Romantic Music
More emotion (sad, happy, excited, etc.).
Complicated melodies and harmonies (music sounds richer and more colorful).
Unpredictable rhythm (music does not follow a strict beat all the time).
Types of Instrumental Music
1. Program Music – This type of music tells a story or describes an idea.
There are four kinds:
1. Program Symphony – A long piece with a story (Example: Symphonie Fantastique by Hector
Berlioz).
2. Concert Overture – A short piece played before a concert or play (Example: Festival Overture by
Tchaikovsky).
3. Symphonic Poem – A flexible piece that paints a picture or tells a story (Example: Don Juan by
Richard Strauss).
4. Incidental Music – Background music for a play (Example: The Wedding March by Mendelssohn).
Piano Music
The piano was an important instrument during the Romantic Period.
(MAG ASK KUNG BAKIT IMPORTANTE ANG PIANO DURING THIS PERIOD.)
Three common piano music styles:
o Etude – A piece for practice and improving skills.
o Nocturne – Soft, emotional music for the night.
o Prelude – A short piece that introduces something bigger.
Who Invented the Piano?
The piano was invented by Bartolomeo Cristofori, a harpsichord maker.
Famous Composers
1. Frederic Chopin (1810-1849)
Born in Poland.
Known as the "Poet of the Piano".
Wrote famous piano pieces like:
o Revolutionary Etude
o Polonaise in A-flat Major
2. Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
Born in Russia.
Started piano lessons at 5 years old.
Composed:
o Romeo & Juliet (orchestra piece)
o Swan Lake, The Nutcracker (ballet music)
3. Franz Liszt (1811-1886)
Born in Hungary.
Called the "Greatest Pianist in History".
Wrote Hungarian Rhapsodies and La Campanella.
4. Camille Saint-Saëns (1835-1921)
Born in France.
A genius in many subjects, not just music!
Famous for The Swan and Danse Macabre.
Class Activity: "Tunog Tao" (Human Sounds)
We will divide into 4 groups.
Each group will perform "The Wedding March" using body sounds (clapping, stomping,
snapping).
You have 5 minutes to practice. Good luck!
QUIZ TIME!
(Students answer multiple-choice questions about Romantic music, composers, and styles.)
Assignment
Write a short essay (on ½ sheet of paper) about how Romantic music has influenced modern
music.
Give examples from today's songs.
Final Thought
Romantic music is all about feelings, storytelling, and imagination. It gave us some of the most beautiful
and emotional music ever written.
Does this explanation help? Let me know if you want any part to be simpler! 😊
What is Chromaticism?
Chromaticism is when a piece of music uses notes that are not part of the main scale. These extra notes
make the music sound more colorful, expressive, and emotional.
Example:
In a C major scale, the normal notes are C - D - E - F - G - A - B - C.
If a composer adds C# (C-sharp) or Bb (B-flat), that is chromaticism.
Why is Chromaticism Important in Romantic Music?
Romantic composers used chromatic notes to create feelings like sadness, tension, or
excitement.
It makes music sound richer and less predictable.
It was a big change from the Classical period, where music followed strict rules.
Example of Chromatic Music:
"Symphonie Fantastique" by Hector Berlioz
"Tristan und Isolde" by Richard Wagner (known for its "Tristan chord," full of chromaticism)
Chopin’s Nocturnes (full of expressive chromatic notes)
Would you like a simple piano example to understand it better? 😊