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Opera

‘Opera’ is the Italian word for ‘work’ and an abbreviation of ‘Opera in musica’. An opera is a drama to be sung with instrumental accompaniment by one or more singers usually in costume and with scenery. As well as singing, this may include recitative or spoken dialogue. Questions should relate directly to the subject of opera.

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Who is the worst opera singer?

I suggest Florence Foster Jenkins (1868-1944), an American soprano who became famous for her complete lack of rhythm, pitch, tone, and overall singing ability.

Opera songs beginning with A?

Jailhouse Rock (Elvis Presley), Just The Way You Are (Billy Joel), Joanna (Kool and the Gang), Jenny From the Block (Jennifer Lopez), Just Dance (Lady Gaga), Jane Dow (Alicia Keys), Joy to the World (Christmas Carol), James Dean (Eagles), Jambalaya (Carpenters), Jane (Jefferson Starship), Johnny B. Good (Chuck Berry), Just Can't Get Enough (Despeche Mode), Just To See You Smile (Tim McGraw), Jingle Bells (Christmas Carol), Jack of All Trades (Bruce Springsteen), Jeanette (The English Beat), Jailbreak (AC/DC), Just A Dream (Carrie Underwood), Jolene (Bob Dylan), Jump (Van Halen), Jessica (The Allman Brothers Band), Joshua (Dolly Parton), Joyful, Joyful We Adore You (Christmas Carol), Just In Time (Tony Bennett), Jenny (The Click Five), Jean (Oliver) and John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt (Traditional children's song) are song titles that begin with the letter J.

What is the opera Berceuse by Benjamin Godard about?

The title means (Rocking Horse) or (hobby Horse) in French. It may well have some connection with juvenile furniture- Ride "em Cowboy! answer 2 "Berceuse" is the tenor solo from the opera 'Jocelyn' by Benjamin Godard. 'Berceuse' literally means 'cradle song' as is a lullaby.

What 1878 operetta was written by Gilbert and Sullivan?

The last opera to be written together by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sulllivan was "The Grand Duke, or The Statutory Duel." The complex plot about a troupe of players deposing the stingy Grand Duke of Pfennig-Halbpfennig (a fictional central European country) was written in 1896. It's plot is repetitive, with two songs provided to explain each of several plot developments. Sullivan's music is slightly reminescent of the style later associated with Viennese light opera, as his work was changing to reflect changing times and tastes.

What tenor received a record 165 curtain calls at a Berlin opera house in 1988?

Luciano Pavarotti

2nd answer

Placido Domingo holds the record for the longest ovation in history; it lasted 80 minutes and he took 101 curtain-calls. This was in Vienna on 30 June, 1991 for the lead in Verdi's Otello.

Who wrote the opera La Boheme?

The opera La Boheme was written by Giacomo Puccini using an Italian libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. answer 2 Leoncavello also wrote an opera of the same name on the same story.

Who are well known Black female opera singers?

Well, Leontyne Price and Kathleen Battle are a couple of great ones for starters. Plus Jessye Norman. The above list is just a start. Mattiwilda Dobbs was the first African-American to sing in La Scala, first coloratura at The Met....that counts for something! Marian Anderson unfortunately did not have the chance to do much opera on stage but she had one of the greatest voices of the 20th century. Following in their footsteps were Betty Allen, Reri Grist, Barbara Hendricks, Grace Bumbry, Shirley Verrett, Carmen Balthrop, Florence Quivar, Leona Mitchell, and now Denyce Graves, Anita Johnson, Harolyn Blackwell...the world is blessed by their artistry and grace. For black female singers of the 19th century (yes!) get Rosalyn Story's book And, So I Sing.

What are all the singing ranges in order?

Five of six would be Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Barritone and Bass, Soprano being the highest female voice, and alto lower. Tenor is the higher male voice, with barritone and bass being sequentially lower. These ranges actually overlap, as I as a tenor can hit many notes in the alto and soprano range, even though I am male. I can also dive into the barritone and even a little of the bass. In barbershop chorus, there are four vocal ranges. Tenor (the highest, usually sung by a young boy) Lead (the melody) Barritone (counter melody, lower) and Bass (bass)

What are the similar things about and operetta and an oratorio?

An oratorio is just sung using solo voice or choral pieces. The opera uses solos and choral voices too, but involves stage acting as well. For example, Handel's Messiah is an Oratorio ... La Boheme is an Opera.

Who composed th music and wrote words to 'Cosi Fan Tutti'?

Mozart wrote the music and the libretto (words) was written by Lorenzo Da Ponte.

What negative influences are there in soap operas?

On soap operas, people are always making out or having sex & showing them half naked. when i was younger the most they showed was a peck of kiss. T.V. has changed a lot lately & not for the better. if my kids were still living with me i would not let them watch those shows.

What major difference between aria and recitative?

Arias are melodic, while recitative is closer to speech.

How much does an opera company pay a lead opera singer?

Many will say 'not enough'! It is the rare musician who is compensated for the years of study and practice required to become an opera singer.

Your answer depends on talent, skill, luck and reputation. Longer-term, better known opera singers earn more than do newly minted voices.

There may be union scale wages for members of the opera chorus, but named singers are paid by contract amounts -- in multiple tens of thousands.

Who are the filipino singers that is sopranos?

Lilia Reyes, Jovita Fuentes, Salvacion Oppus Yniguez, Sylvia La Torre, Evelyn Mandac, Fides Cuyugan, Rachelle Gerodias

Who wrote the music for the opera faust?

The Frenchman Charles Gounod composed the music to a libretto by Jules Barbier and Michel Carré.

Side Note: Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe wrote the original play "Faust." Charles Gounod composed the opera.

Why did Puccini write La Boheme?

Puccini wrote La Boheme in 1895, and it premiered the following year.

What is the setting of place of the phantom opera?

The Opera involved is that of Paris, France. The time frame is the late 1800s, early 1900s.

When was Three Penny Opera written?

Bertolt Brecht Bertolt Brecht, a German dramatist

Who are some famous opera baritones?

Jaume ( Giacomo) Aragall is the tenor with the most beautiful lyric voice. He is considered by his peers including Pavarotti to have the greatest voice. Aragall was born in Barcelona in 1939 and was the youngest tenor to make his debut at La Scala at the age of 23, he went on to sing at all the major opera houses of the world to the greatest critical acclaim. An exceptionally reserved man, he never employed the PR system to make his name famous but once heard, his fans seek him out wherever he sings.

He has a group dedicated to him on facebook and you can join by typing Aragall Appreciation Association Group.

Famous American sopranos?

Grace Bumbry, Marilyn Horne, Shirley Verrett, Stephanie Blythe, Agnes Baltsa, Frederica von Stade, Cecilia Bartoli, Rita Gorr, Janet Baker, Teresa Berganza, Elina Garanca, Jennifer Larmore, and many more.