A symphonic poem is a type of orchestral music that tells a story, paints a picture, or evokes a particular mood or emotion. It is a single-movement work that is often programmatic, meaning it is inspired by a specific non-musical idea or concept. Symphonic poems are also known as tone poems.
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1; symphonic poems are one continuos piece of music for orchestra.
A symphonic or tone poem typically consists of one movement. This single movement unfolds as a continuous musical narrative, often following a specific theme or programmatic idea throughout its duration.
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Franz Liszt is considered the creator of the symphonic poem. Liszt's innovative approach to form and structure in this genre influenced later composers such as Richard Strauss and Claude Debussy.
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky composed the "Romeo and Juliet" fantasy-overture, based on Shakespeare's play. It was completed in 1869 and has since become one of the most popular orchestral works in the Romantic repertoire.
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