Classical vs

Romantique
 Classical style
Classical styled music is music composed between the mid-18th century and
the early 19th century. This period is characterized by balanced melodies,
clear tonal structures, and formal precision. Key features include symphonies,
sonatas, and operas composed by renowned figures like Mozart, Haydn, and
Beethoven. Classical music is known for its emphasis on clarity, order, and
expressive elegance.
 Classical Style
Structure Harmony & Expressions
Melody
Functional harmony with clear
chord progressions and
Emphasizes on balance Emotional restraint and
resolutions.
and symmetrical structures. balance
Conventional harmony
language with limited use of
Clear and defined forms Clarity and objectivity in
chromaticism.
such as sonata-allegro, expression
minuet-trio, or rondo.
Melodies are clear, balanced,
and often structured
Use oftuneful and easily
recognizable themes
 Romantique style
"Romantique" style music refers to the musical style of the Romantic
era, which roughly spans the years from the early 19th century to the
early 20th century. This period was characterized by a departure
from the structured and balanced forms of the Classical era,
embracing more emotional expression, individualism, and
experimentation in musical composition.
 Romantique Style
Structure Harmony & Expressions
Melody
Increased use of chromaticism
Greater emphasis on
and unconventional harmonic
emotional expression than Emphasizes on emotional
progressions.
strict adherence to formal expression and
More expressive and
structures. individualism
emotional use of harmonies.
Expanded forms, Oftenmore subjective,
experimentation with new Melodies are often more exploring a wide range of
structures. expressive, with a focus on emotions.
individuality.
Greater use of chromaticism
and wide leaps.
 Conclusion
In summary, the transition from the Classical to the Romantique era
in music is marked by a shift from clarity, balance, and formal
structure to a greater emphasis on emotional expression,
individualism, and experimentation in both form and orchestration.
Romantic music often explores a wider range of emotions and
allows for more subjective interpretation compared to the more
restrained, strict, and objective nature of Classical music.
THANK
YOU