Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region VIII
Borongan City Division
EASTERN SMAR NATIONAL COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL
Brgy. Alang-alang, Borongan City
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS (LAS)
MAPEH Grade 9
Name of Learner:______________________________________ Score:_______________
Section:_____________________________________________ Barangay:_______________
MUSIC OF THE ROMANTIC PERIOD 1820-1910
(Week 1 to 3)
Learning Competencies
Describes musical elements of given Romantic Period pieces. (MU9RO-IIIa-2)
Explains the performance practice (setting, composition, role of composers/performers, and audience) during
Romantic Period. (MU9RO-IIIb-h-3)
Relate Romantic music to other art forms and its history within the era. (MU9RO-IIIc-h-7)
Pre- Assessment
Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the correct answer.
______1. Which of the following names is not included in program music composers?
a. Camille Saint-Saens b. Hector Berlioz c. Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky d. Franz Liszt
______2. This composer is known as “Poet of the Piano”.
a. Niccolo Paganini b. Robert Schumann c. Frederic Chopin d. Camille Saint-Saens
______3. He is the composer of “Symphony Fantastique”.
a. Frederic Chopin b. Hector Berlioz c. Peter Ilych Tchaikovsky d. Camille Saint-Saens
______4. Which of the following is not a composition of Tchaikovsky?
a. La Campanella b. The nutcracker c. Sleeping Beauty d. Romeo and Juliet
______5. He is a composer who creates elegant music, neat, clean, polished and never excessive.
a. Robert Schumann b. Franz Liszt c. Frederic Chopin d. Camille Saint-Saens
Readings:
Music of the Romantic Period 1820-1920
Romantic period is described as a cultural movement that stressed emotion, imagination, individualism and
freedom of expression. The compositions in this period are more passionate and expressive.
Piano music which is a free form such as fantasy, rhapsody, ballad and nocturne, and Program music which
was expressed in tone poems and Symphony Fantastique.
The music was used to tell stories and express ideas. Most of the composers were proud of their country’s
music and often use folk songs in their works.
Most of the musical compositions of the era portray literature, history, emotions and nature
Who is the famous composer of violin and stringed music?
Niccolo Paganini is the famous composer of violin and strings music. He was born in
October 27, 1782 in Genoa, Italy. At the age of 5, he started playing mandolin and
transferred his training to the violin at the age of 7. Paganini became the most famous
violin virtuoso in the world.
Some Works of Niccolo Paganini:
“La Campanella” Listen to Paganini’s popular composition “La
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1 Campanella”. Copy or click the link below.
Concerto No. 1 in Eb , Op. 6 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hf2MFBz4S_g
15 Quartets for Guitar and Strings Trio
The Carnival of Venice+
PIANO MUSIC
Piano music of the Romantic Period was filled with innovations. Most of the compositions require a high
level of virtuosity. Some were reinventions of sonatas from the Classical era.
THESE ARE THE FAMOUS COMPOSERS OF PIANO MUSIC
1. FREDERIC CHOPIN – He was born on March 1, 1810 in Zelazowa, Poland. Chopin was
known as the “Poet of the Piano” and considered as world renowned pianist and
composer. At the age of 4 he began playing piano and at the age of 7 he composed
Polonaise. V. He wrote almost exclusively for piano. He made extensive use of piano
pedal in most of his composition
Piano works of Frederic Chopin
BALLADE- A verse form usually consisting of three stanzas of eight or ten lines each
along with a brief envoy, with all three stanzas and the envoy ending in the same one-
line refrain.
ETUDE – Apiece composed for the development of a specific point of technique.
MAZURKA- A Polish dance resembling the polka, frequently adopted as a ballet form usually in triple time
signature.
NOCTURNE - An instrumental composition of a pensive, dreamy mood, especially one for the piano
POLONAISE - A stately, march like Polish dance, primarily a promenade by couples.
PRELUDE - An introductory performance, event, or action preceding a more important one. WALTZ - A
piece of music for this dance.
IMPROMTU - A short composition, especially for the piano, performed in an offhand or extemporized style.
SCHERZO - a musical movement of playful character, typically in aba form.
SONATA - composition for one or more solo instruments, one of which is usually a keyboard instrument,
usually consisting of three or four independent movements varying in key, mood, and tempo.
Listen to Chopin’s famous “Nocturne”. Click or copy the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p29JUpsOSTE
2. FRANZ LISZT – He was born on October 22, 1811 in the village of Doborjan, Hungary
He was known as the virtuoso pianist and composer and the busiest musicians during
the romantic era. His piano compositions include works such as piano Sonata in B
minor, and two piano concertos.
He was also known with his generosity in sharing time and money to
orphans, victims of disasaters and many students he taught for free.
Some of Liszt’s Piano works:
Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsodies" were originally written for solo piano, but many
were arranged for orchestra or other combinations of instruments. The Hungarian
Rhapsody No.2 is the most popular and was the basis for the Tom & Jerry cartoon
called the Cat Concerto.
La Campanella
Liebestraume No. 3
Un Sospiro
Sonata in B Minor
Transcriptions of Lieder by Schubert Orchestral Composition
Arrangements of the 9 Beethoven Symphonies
Symphonic Poems (Hamlet, Les Preludes)
3. ROBERT SCHUMANN – He was born in 1810 in Zwickau. He was a
composer and music critic. In 1830, Schumann went to live in Leipzig and
Listen to Liszt’s famous “Liebestraume No. 3”. Click or copy the
soon developed a problem with his hands, effectively ending his dreams
link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBOa-2b4uQQ
as a pianist.
Piano Works :
"Abegg Variations," Opus 1(1830)
"Davidsbundlertanze" ("Dances of the Band of David"), Opus 6 (1837)
"Carnaval," Opus 9 (1835) - a portrait of a masked ball attended by his allies and his beloved Clara
"Phantasiestucke," Opus 12 (1837) - a series of mood pieces Kreisleriana," Opus 16 (1838) - a fantasy on the
mad Kapellmeister
"Kinderszenen," Opus 15 (1838) - a poetic series of evocations of a child's world
Listen to Schumann’s composition titled “Carnaval”. Copy or click
the link below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNo2aiKV-a0
PROGRAM MUSIC
Program music is an instrumental composition that conveys images or scenes to tell a short story
without text or lyrics. It entices the imagination of the listener.
THESE ARE THE COMPOSERS OF PROGRAM MUSIC
1. HECTOR BERLIOZ – He is a French romantic composer born on December 11, 1803.
One of his famous musical compositions is a five-movement symphony called
“Symphonie Fantastique”. In this composition which is also known as “Fantastic
Symphony”, Berlioz showcased the important features in his composition in creating
tone color.
Listen to Berlioz’s famous “”. Copy of click the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HgqPpjIH5c
2. PETER ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY – He was born on May 7, 1840 in Votkinsk, Russia and known for his ballet
music. His fame peaked in the last ten years of his life and later died due to cholera.
Tchaikovsky’s Famous Compositions:
Swan Lake
Sleeping Beauty
The Nutcracker
Romeo & Juliet
1812 Overture
Symphony No. 2
Symphony No. 6 “Pathetique”
Piano Concerto No. 1
Listen to Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker”. Copy or click the link below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8J8urC_8Jw
3. CAMILLE SAINT-SAËNS - He was born in Paris on October 9, 1835. He was
considered as a composer who creates elegant music, neat, clean, polished and
never excessive.
Best known music of Camille Saint-Saëns:
Carnival of the Animals
Danse Macabre and his SymphonyNo. 3
The Swan
Listen to Saint-Saens famous composition titled “The Swan”. Copy of
click the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qrKjywjo7Q
(note: submit only this portion of the activity. You can keep the readings or discussion part for your future reference)
LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEETS (LAS)
MAPEH Grade9 Music of the Romantic Period (Week 1 to 3)
Name of Learner:______________________________________ Score:_______________
Section:_____________________________________________ Barangay:_______________
Activity 2. Musical Elements Analysis
Listen carefully to selected recording of Romantic music. Analyze the music according to its elements and write your
answer in the given chart below. Follow the sample activity for musical elements analysis.
Sample musical elements analysis:
TITLE INSTRUMENTS TEXTURE TEMPO MOOD OF THE MUSIC
USED
Liebestraume Piano Monophony Fast Serious/lonely
Orchestral Homophony Slow Cheerful/inviting
Instrument Polyphony Moderate Calm/peaceful
Violin
TITLE INSTRUMENTS USED TEXTURE TEMPO MOOD
1.Revolutionary Etude
https://youtu.be/ZpuROwy_8mg
2. “Waltz of the Flowers” from
the Nutcracker Suite
https://youtu.be/QxHkLdQy5f0
1. Which of the two music is a program music? Have you ever heard it? Where?
_________________________________________________________________________________
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2. What is a Program music?
_________________________________________________________________________________________
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Activity 3 : DRAW THE MUSIC
Listen to the composition of Chopin’s “No Other Love” (Etude Op. 10, No. 3 in E major) and draw your interpretation
about the music applying Romanticism style on a short bond paper and write a short description about it.
(for Teacher to fill-in)
Post Test
Instruction: Read each of the following questions carefully and write the letter before the number.
____1. Romantic period is described as a cultural movement that stressed the following EXCEPT______.
a. Emotion b. Imagination c. Individualism d. Ornamentation
____2. Who among the composers is known as the virtuoso in piano and known for his generosity?
a. Frederic Chopin b. Franz List c. Robert Schumann d. Niccolo Paganini
____3. What instrument is used in the composition Revolutionary Etude by Frederic Chopin?
a. Orchestral Instruments b. Piano c. Violin d. Trumpet
____4. Nature, literature, feelings and ____________ are the main themes the composer wrote in their
composition.
a. Animals b. Adventures c. History d. Religion
____5. What do you call an instrumental music that conveys image or scenes, tells a short story without
text or lyrics?
a. Piano Music b. Ballad c. Sonata d. Program music
____6. Which of the following is not a Romantic composer under Piano Music?
a. Camille Saint-Sains c. Robert Schuman
b. Frederick Chopin d. Franz Liszt
____7. Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky music was known for his ballet music; he composed haunting melodies and
used great deal of folk music in his symphonic works, which of the following is NOT his work?
a. The Swan b. Sleeping Beauty c. Swan Lake d. The Nutcracker
____8. Who among the composers is called as the famous violin virtuoso in the world?
a. Frederic Chopin b. Franz Liszt c. Niccolo Paganini d. Hector Berloiz
____9. What do you call a composition intended for one or more solo instruments, one of which is usually
a keyboard or piano instrument?
a. Mazurka b. Sonata c. Etude d. Ballade
____10. Liszt’s “Hungarian Rhapsodies” were originally written for solo piano, but many were arranged for
orchestral or other combinations of instruments, what cartoon show has used this composition?
a. Bugs Bunny b. Tom and Jerry c. Tom and Angela d. Barbie
TITLE INSTRUMENTS USED TEXTURE TEMPO MOOD
1.Revolutionary Etude piano homophony fast serious
https://youtu.be/ZpuROwy_8mg
2. “Waltz of the Flowers” from Orchestral homophony moderate cheerful/inviting
the Nutcracker Suite instruments
https://youtu.be/QxHkLdQy5f0
