Russian Romanticism

Russian Romanticism is a style of music that emerged in the 19th century and is characterized by its emotional intensity and its focus on the individual. It is often associated with the works of composers such as Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, and Mussorgsky. It is characterized by its use of lush orchestration, chromaticism, and its use of folk melodies. It is often seen as a reaction to the more formal and structured classical music of the time. It is often seen as a precursor to the more modern styles of music such as jazz and rock.