History
What period came immediately before the Romantic Era?
Classical (1730–1820)
What is an aria in opera?
A solo song expressing emotion
What distinguishes French opera vocally?
Clarity of diction and elegance
Who composed Carmen, one of the most performed operas in the world?
Georges Bizet
What are the years that define the Romantic music period?
1820-1900
What is the term for sung speech that moves the plot in an opera?
Recitative
What Italian term describes the beautiful singing style central to Italian opera?
Bel Canto
What innovative concept did Richard Wagner introduce to opera?
Gesamtkunstwerk (“total work of art”)
Which country is credited with the invention of opera?
Italia 🇮🇹
What is the script or text of an opera called?
Libretto
What distinguishes German opera in the Romantic Period?
-Emphasis on supernatural themes
-Nature and folklore
-Rich orchestration
-Leitmotifs to enhance dramatic expression.
What are leitmotifs, commonly used by Wagner?
Recurring musical themes for characters or ideas
Which male voice type is typically the lowest?
Bass
If you had to choose, what is your favourite opera style of the three?😉
(Points come from explanation)
No right. We want to see you explain why you came to that conclusion 🤔
Which composer is known for The Barber of Seville?
Gioachino Rossini
Which female voice type is the highest?
Soprano
What is a hallmark of Vincenzo Bellini’s style?
Long, flowing, lyrical bel canto melodies