The document discusses the key elements that define an opera. It states that opera is a musical composition set to music with arias, recitatives, choruses, duets, trios, etc. sung to orchestral accompaniment. It describes the plot, musical and theatrical elements typically seen in Romantic era operas, including elaborate costumes, scenery and choreography. Finally, it outlines some of the main components that make up an opera, such as the score, recitatives, arias, and different voice types (soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor, baritone, bass).
The document discusses the key elements that define an opera. It states that opera is a musical composition set to music with arias, recitatives, choruses, duets, trios, etc. sung to orchestral accompaniment. It describes the plot, musical and theatrical elements typically seen in Romantic era operas, including elaborate costumes, scenery and choreography. Finally, it outlines some of the main components that make up an opera, such as the score, recitatives, arias, and different voice types (soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor, baritone, bass).
The document discusses the key elements that define an opera. It states that opera is a musical composition set to music with arias, recitatives, choruses, duets, trios, etc. sung to orchestral accompaniment. It describes the plot, musical and theatrical elements typically seen in Romantic era operas, including elaborate costumes, scenery and choreography. Finally, it outlines some of the main components that make up an opera, such as the score, recitatives, arias, and different voice types (soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor, baritone, bass).
The document discusses the key elements that define an opera. It states that opera is a musical composition set to music with arias, recitatives, choruses, duets, trios, etc. sung to orchestral accompaniment. It describes the plot, musical and theatrical elements typically seen in Romantic era operas, including elaborate costumes, scenery and choreography. Finally, it outlines some of the main components that make up an opera, such as the score, recitatives, arias, and different voice types (soprano, mezzo-soprano, tenor, baritone, bass).
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Robert Schumann
1.Who was known as “poet
Pyotr Ilyich of the piano”? Tchaikovsky Frédéric Chopin Sonata Franz Liszt 2. What form of composition Robert Schumann for one or more instruments Pyotr Ilyich usually consisting of three or Tchaikovsky four independent movements Frédéric Chopin varying in key, mood, and tempo? Sonata Franz Liszt 3. Who was known for Robert Schumann symphonic poems where he Pyotr Ilyich translated great literary Tchaikovsky works into musical Frédéric Chopin compositions?
Sonata Franz Liszt Robert Schumann 4. Who was the French romantic composer showcased his Pyotr Ilyich famous musical compositions in Tchaikovsky a five-movement symphony Frédéric Chopin called “Symphony Fantastique”? Sonata Franz Liszt Robert Schumann 5. Who was known for his ballet music and became Pyotr Ilyich famous after he composed Tchaikovsky the musical poem “Fatum” Frédéric Chopin and Rome and Juliet”? Sonata Franz Liszt Franz Liszt was the greatest piano virtuoso of his time. He was the first to give complete solo recitals as a pianist. He was a composer from Romantic era. Sonata in music, literally means a piece played as opposed to a cantata, a piece sung. Frédéric Chopin was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic period who wrote primarily for solo piano. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky was a Russian composer of the Romantic period. He was the first Russian composer whose music would make a lasting impression internationally. Robert Schumann was a German composer, pianist, and influential music critic. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest composers of the Romantic era. Schumann left the study of law, intending to pursue a career as a virtuoso pianist. General Objective:
Explains the plot, musical and theatrical elements of an opera after watching video samples. (MU9OP-IVa-g-1)
Specific Objective:
Define the plot, musical and theatrical elements of an opera; Describe the plot, musical, and theatrical elements of an opera, and Relate the plot/story of opera to the contemporary daily life. Figaro’s Aria from the Barber of Seville by Gioachino A. Rossini Habanera from Carmen by Georges Bizet Libiamo ne lieti calici from La Traviata The Vocal music is the best tools in expressing one’s emotion. And this vocal form became more conspicuous during the Romantic Period. The Opera It is a musical composition having all or most of its text set to music with arias, recitative, choruses, duets, trios, etc. sung to orchestra accompaniment.
Romantic operas can be characterized as extravagant spectacles the
tendency towards heroic and epic subjects, supernaturalism, mystery, and passion.
Dominated by the Italian style with its multiplicity of closed
forms, but in 19th century, Italy, France, and Germany continue to develop their own styles with special qualities that were indigenous to each. The Opera a is usually characterized by elaborate costumes, scenery, and choreography. What makes a piece of music an opera?
What makes it unique from
other musical forms? Components of an Opera Score the book that the composer and librettist put together. The score has all the musical notes, words, and ideas to help the performers tell the story. Recitative declamatory singing, used in the prose parts and dialogue of opera. Recitative may be accompanied (accompagnato) or unaccompanied (secco). Monteverdi - Orfeo: recitativo secco Recitativo accompagna to ed aria: "In quali eccessi, o Numi» Aria an air or solo part sung by a principal character. This song is what the public will remember best when leaving the opera house. Properly and well sung, a beautiful aria can bring an audience to its feet and decide the fate of an opera. Aria Nessun Dorma from Turandot by Giacomo Puccini The Magic Flute – Queen of the Night aria (Mozart; Diana Damrau, The Royal Opera) For Male Voice:
1.Tenor – highest male voice
2. Baritone – Middle male voice, lies
between Bass and Tenor voices.
3. Bass – lowest male voice
For Female Voice: 1. Soprano – highest female voice Coloratura – highest soprano voice Lyric – bright and full sound Dramatic – darker full sound
2. Mezzo-Soprano – most common female voice;
strong middle voice, tone is darker or deeper than the soprano 3. Contralto – lowest female voice and most unique among females. Anvil chorus from G. Verdi’s La Triavata
