5 Questions
The libretto is the _________ of an opera, which tells a story.
text
The composer and librettist work together on the _________ of an opera.
score
In an opera, _________ is a style of singing that sounds like talking.
recitative
A _________ is a type of solo singing in an opera that the public often remembers.
aria
A female singer with a bright and full sound is typically classified as a _________ voice.
lyric
Study Notes
Opera Composition
- An opera is a musical composition with most of its text set to music.
Components of an Opera
- Libretto: the text of an opera that tells a story.
- Score: a book created by the composer and librettist.
Vocal Elements of an Opera
- Recitative: declamatory singing, often resembling talking in an opera.
- Aria: solo singing, typically memorable and popular among the public.
Male Vocal Ranges
- Tenor: the highest male voice.
- Baritone: the middle male voice.
- Bass: the lowest male voice.
Female Vocal Ranges
- Soprano: the highest female voice.
- Coloratura: the highest soprano voice, often featuring intricate and elaborate singing.
- Lyric: a bright and full sound, characteristic of female voices.
This quiz covers the basics of opera, including its components such as libretto, score, recitative, and aria, as well as the different vocal ranges for male and female singers.
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