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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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Where can you get images of La Scala Opera?
Using Google search - type in 'La Scala Opera House' and then go to images. This will give you several thousand pictures.
Florence Foster Jenkins 1868 - 1944 the American soprano.
What are some interseting facts about Gilbert and Sullivan?
Gilbert and Sullivan were a Victorian era partnership. Sir William Schwenck Gilbert 18th November 1836 - 29th May 1911. Sir Arthur Seymour Sullivan MVO 13th May 1842 - 22nd November 1900 W. S. Gilbert was the librettist and Arthur Sullivan the composer. They wrote fourteen comic operas between 1871 and 1896. Thespis, or, The Gods Grown Old Trial by Jury The Sorcerer H.M.S. Pinafore, or, The Lass That Loved a Sailor The Pirates of Penzance, or, The Slave of Duty Patience, or Bunthorne's Bride Iolanthe, or, The Peer and the Peri Princess Ida, or, Castle Adamant The Mikado, or, The Town of Titipu Ruddigore, or, The Witch's Curse The Yeomen of the Guard, or, The Merryman and his Maid The Gondoliers, or, The King of Barataria Utopia, Limited, or, The Flowers of Progress The Grand Duke, or, The Statutory Duel During the run of Patience Producer Richard D'Oyly Carte, who had brought Gilbert and Sullivan together, opened the modern Savoy Theatre, which became the partnership's permanent home. From then on the works became known as the 'Savoy Operas'. Gilbert died trying to save a woman. He dived into a lake to save her, but suffered a heart attack in the middle of the lake and drowned.
Did Joseph Mazzolini appears in a film acting as an Italian street singer?
Yes, Joseph Mazzolini appeared as the Italian street singer in "Cloak and Dagger" and "Escape Me Never" He also sang in the "My Dream Is Yours" quartet.
The genre that emphasized accompanied solo singing, usually divided into contrasting sections that alternate between recitative and aria; and was performed before a select group of listeners in a private residence is chamber cantata.
What is the dialog translated to in opera?
In opera, all vocalization is sung -- per se, then, it is not labeled as 'dialog'.
All operas are written in a language and depending on where they are performed, the opera company/ house may translate the libretto -- the text being sung -- into a language that the audience in that geography may better understand.
O mio Babbino Caro from "Gianna Schicchi" by Puccini (O my beloved father) Nessun Dorma (None shall sleep) from Turandot by Puccini The Flower Song from Carmen by Bizet Che Gelida Manina (Your tiny hand is frozen) from La Boheme by Puccini La Dona e Mobile from Rigoletto by Verdi The Drinking Song from La Traviata by Verdi All the above are well-known operatic arias
Who is carnegie hall named after?
Carnegie Hall is named after Philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie who constructed the venue in 1891.
When did Susan Graham graduate from Texas Tech?
This does not seem to be in the public domain. Suggest you try Texas Tech University or her web [www.susangraham.com] and they might give you the information you require.
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You're describing a 'stock' scene that appears in many, many operas.
La Traviata has such a scene.
What is date of birth of Daniel Norman opera singer?
The English tenor (and former boy soprano), Daniel Norman was born in Lichfield, England. A decision was made not to include the personal information you request in any of his public biographies.
What is the difference between an oratorio and opera?
An oratorio is a concert piece for orchestra, chorus, and soloist, which is typically based on stories from The Bible. Operas a full theatrical productions with sets and costumes, and the plots are generally secular.
Which opera contains Mozarts Vado ma dove?
Was composed in 1789 [K583] as an insertion aria for Martin y Soler's opera Il burbero di buon core.
How does Opera differ from a Broadway musical?
Opera consists only of singing, with no (or very little) spoken dialog. "Operatic" singing is often characterized by very tall vowel sounds and rapid vibrato (voice-shaking). Broadway, on the other hand, performs a variety of show-types and includes more acting and spoken dialog for a more understandable storyline, although they are full of showtunes.
What is meant by Trouser Roles in Opera parlance?
A breeches role, trouser role or hosenrolle is a term used to describe the role sung by a female which is truly the role of a young man or male teen.
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