Late Romantic Symphony

Question 1

Late romantic symphony length

Answer 1

Symphonies are 40-60 minutes.

Question 2

Late romantic symphony structure / form

Answer 2

1. Allegro, Sonata
2. Adagio, Ternary / theme and variation
3. Scherzo and trio (ternary)
4. Sonata Rondo, often a Chaconne

Symphony sections become much longer and modulations more complex and wide.

The final movements sonata form was developed upon by incorporating the original theme from the first move,ent, creating a cyclical narrative.

A chaconne featured in the final movements sonata form.

Question 3

Late romantic symphony instrumentation

Answer 3

The orchestra increased.

Piano was added.

Full percussion added.

Tuba added.

Harp and larger string section added.

Occasional celesta, harmonium and mandolin.

Question 4

Late romantic symphony dynamics/tempi

Answer 4

Unlimited range and lots of dynamic contrast.

Intentional timbre colour.

Sforzando and exaggerated crescendos and diminuendos.

Question 5

Late romantic symphony subjects/programmatics

Answer 5

Everything was about programmatics.

Most pieces strive to evoke emotion and depict scenes or stories.