This book is a characterization of the Romantic Movement through its center, music. A history not of musical event but of musical thought in the 19th century.
In addition to the text, there are numerous illustrations included.
Contents: (main headings only listed)
Part 1: Antecedents, concepts & ideals
? Contrasts
? The individual & society
? Music as the center of the arts
? The supremacy of instrumental music
? The contradictions
Part 2: The history
? The rise of musical romanticism
? The romantic classic: Schubert
? Romantic opera
? Symphonic & chamber music
? Church music
? Oratorio
? Song
? Universalism within the National - literature of the piano
? Universalism within the national - neo romantic opera
? Nationalism
Part 3: The philosophy
? Musical aesthetics & musicology
? Conclusion
? Index


