Historical and Cultural Background of the Romantic

• Romanticism - is an emphasis on individualism and a focus on emotions, ideas and feelings.
• Germany became the center of musical Romanticism. Musical elements of this period  include subjective, freedom of form and design, and dramatic contrast in dynamics.
• What is Romanticism

  Is an emphasis on individualism and a focus on emotions, ideas, and feelings
• List of themes and subjects that

  Romantic period around on:

  • Deep relationships with nature
  • Inspirations of medieval chivalry
  • The strange and mysterious
  • Extreme attitudes of solidarity and flamboyance
  • The shocking
  • Supernatural, spiritual, nocturnal, or frightening creatures and experieces
  • Patriotism and national identity
• The Piano

  • Piano music continues to grow during the Romantic period. Originally, the very first piano were made totally, with five octaves or 61 keys. In 1825, the inside frame was replaced with metal that could hold more string weight. The keyboard range was expanded to 7 octaves or 88 keys.