Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827) -
While he straddles the line between the
Classical and Romantic periods, Beethoven's
later works are often seen as quintessentially
Romantic. His Symphony No. 9, the "Choral
Symphony," is a hallmark of the Romantic
symphonic repertoire.

Franz Schubert (1797–1828) - Known for his lieder
(songs), symphonies, chamber music, and piano
works, Schubert's music is filled with emotion and
lyricism. His "Unfinished Symphony" and "Trout
Quintet" are particularly famous.

Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847) - A prodigy of the
Romantic era, Mendelssohn composed symphonies,
concertos, chamber music,and oratorios. His "Violin
Concerto in E Minor" and "Midsummer Night's Dream"
overture are widely celebrated.

Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849) - Renowned for his
piano compositions, Chopin's music is characterized
by its poetic expression, emotional depth, and
technical brilliance. His nocturnes, études, and ballades
remain staples of the piano repertoire.

Robert Schumann (1810–1856) - Schumann's works
spanned piano music, Lieder, symphonies, and
chamber music. His piano cycles, such as "Carnaval"
and "Kinderszenen," reveal his introspective and
imaginative style.

Hector Berlioz (1803–1869) - Berlioz was a French
composer known for his innovative orchestration
and programmatic works. His "Symphonie
fantastique" is a groundbreaking piece in the
Romantic symphonic tradition.

Franz Liszt (1811–1886) - A virtuoso pianist and
composer, Liszt's music pushed the boundaries
of technique and expression. His "Hungarian Rhapsodies"
and piano transcriptions of orchestral works are famous.

Richard Wagner (1813–1883) - Wagner's operas are
among the most monumental works in the operatic
repertoire. Known for their epic scale and use
of leitmotifs, operas like "Tristan und Isolde" and
"The Ring Cycle" are landmarks of Romantic opera.