After Romanticism

As the Romantic era reached its limits, composers of the 20th century began to explore new musical paths — some through restraint and clarity, others through rhythm, colour, and fresh harmonic language. After Romanticism brings together music written in the wake of that shift, where lyricism remains, but sentimentality gives way to invention and individuality.

Spanning intimate miniatures and characterful dances to reflective and playful works, this programme reflects a century of composers responding in diverse ways to a changing musical world, each forging a personal voice beyond the Romantic tradition.