Selection – The Erlking

Composer –Franz Schubert

Stylistic Period – Romantic

Form – art song

Timbre –one voice (portrays multiple parts) and piano

Melody –simple, low pitch (piannissimo)

Harmony –not so pleasing, sort of intense

Dynamics –German accent (obviously), one voice, three parts, sudden but distinct changes

Texture -homophonic, voice and piano

Rhythm/Tempo – strong beat, fast pace, urgent presence

Two Key Characteristic’s of Stylistic Period

1.  stressed emotion for death of child

2.  expanded range of pitch and tempo