History
What is the difference between a play and an opera?
The words are sung instead of spoken
Is there dancing in an Opera?
Yes
What voice types will sing in the chorus?
Sopranos, altos, tenors, basses - all of them!
Which is higher, tenor or bass?
Tenor
During the ________ period in Italy, the first opera was performed. What was the period?
The Renaissance period
What is the first part of the Opera called?
The Overture
Why don't opera singers use microphones?
Bel Canto - a singing technique where they project their voices naturally
What do we call a high female voice?
Soprano
What were three reasons people used to go to operas?
For entertainment, to learn about the world around them, to socialize
What is the difference between an Opera and a Musical?
There is some talking in a musical and the entire cast dances
When the singers sing about their emotions, what is this part of the song called?
Aria
What do we call a low female voice?
Alto
What kind of a play was the original opera based on?
An ancient Greek Tragedy
Who does the dancing in an Opera?
A separate cast of ballerinas
When the singers sing about FACTS, what is this part of the song called?
Recitative
Who performs the Overture?
The Orchestra - there are no singers
What singing group invented opera?
Florentine Camerata
What is the name of the opera with the Queen of the Night?
*Bonus 200 points if you can name it in German
The Magic Flute
*Bonus - Die Zauberflöte
What is the difference between the way the Recitative sounds and the way the Aria sounds?
*Not what are they about
Recitative has a steady tempo and only uses a few pitches. The Aria sounds much more dramatic and has variety.
What three voice parts can play the villain?
A bass, contralto, or coloratura