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What is the proper name for Franz Peter Schubert's songs?
Lieder
What is the German word for songs?
Lieder
Who developed Lieder to have a powerful dramatic impact on listeners?
Franz Peter Schubert
Which poet did Schubert tap for inspiration?
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Franz Peter Schubert is considered the last of the Classical composers and the first of the Romantic ones.
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What are some of Schubert's famous vocal music works?
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What is Symphony No. 8 in B Minor commonly known as?
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Which name is associated with Romantic Opera?
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Verdi's characters are typically from royal families.
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What did Verdi insist upon in his operas?
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Where was Verdi's first opera performed?
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La Scala is where Verdi's final opera was performed.
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What is the title of Verdi's first opera?
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Almost all of Verdi's works are serious love stories with happy endings.
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What is considered the soul of Verdi Opera?
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How many operas did Verdi complete throughout his career?
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What is the title of Verdi's final opera?
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What are some of the most acclaimed works of Giuseppe Verdi?
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For what occasion did Verdi write Aida?
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What is the birth date of Giacomo Puccini?
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Where did Puccini study?
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Giacomo Puccini belonged to a group of composers who emphasized heroism in their works.
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What are some of Puccini's famous operas?
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Where was Bizet's opera Carmen criticized negatively?
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What happened to Carmen four months after Bizet's death?
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What is the full legal name of Georges Bizet?
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Which prestigious music school did Bizet attend at a young age?
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What is Bizet's most famous opera?
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What university did Wagner attend?
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Who is considered the inspiration of Richard Wagner?
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What new ideas did Richard Wagner introduce?
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How did Wagner influence the operatic medium?
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What is X where music and dramatic elements were fused together attributed to Wagner?
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Study Notes
Lieder and Franz Peter Schubert
- Lieder refers to songs in German, specifically associated with Franz Peter Schubert.
- Schubert is renowned for crafting Lieder that deliver a profound dramatic effect on audiences.
- He drew inspiration from poets, notably Johann Goethe, to enhance his musical storytelling.
- Schubert is recognized as the last Classical composer and the first in the Romantic period.
- His significant vocal works include "Gretchen am Spinnrade," "Erlkönig," "Ellens Gesang III," and "Schwanengesang."
- Schubert's "Unfinished Symphony" is celebrated as Symphony No. 8 in B Minor.
Giuseppe Verdi and His Operas
- Giuseppe Verdi is a pivotal figure in Romantic opera, differentiating himself from German operas that focus on royalty.
- His operatic characters often represent ordinary individuals, reflecting a middle-class audience.
- Verdi valued strong librettos and incorporated political themes in his works.
- His first opera, "Oberto," premiered at La Scala, the era's most prestigious opera house.
- Over his career, Verdi completed 25 operas, predominantly about serious love stories with tragic endings.
- Notable works by Verdi include "La Traviata," "Rigoletto," "Falstaff," "Otello," and "Aida."
- "Aida" was specifically composed for the opening of the Suez Canal.
- Verdi's final opera was "All the world's a joke."
Giacomo Puccini
- Giacomo Puccini, born on December 22, 1858, came from a modest background.
- He received his education at the Milan Conservatory.
- Puccini focused on realism in his compositions, often using themes from everyday life instead of mythological or heroic narratives.
- His notable operas include "La Boheme," "Tosca," "Madame Butterfly," and "Turandot."
Richard Wagner and His Innovations
- Wagner attended Leipzig University and was inspired by Ludwig Van Beethoven.
- He revolutionized operatic style by introducing advanced harmonic ideas and chromaticism.
- Wagner's exploration of traditional tonal systems influenced the emergence of atonality in the 20th century.
- He significantly impacted the operatic medium, integrating music with dramatic elements.
- Wagner's "music drama" allowed the orchestra to play an equally important role as vocalists within the narrative.
- He introduced "leitmotifs," musical sequences representing specific characters or plot elements, enhancing expressiveness in his works.
- Notable operas by Wagner include "Tristan and Isolde," "Die Walkyrie," "Die Meistersinger," "Tannhäuser," and "Parsifal."
Georges Bizet
- Georges Bizet's legal name was Alexandre-Cesar-Leopold Bizet.
- He attended the Paris Conservatory of Music at an early age and gained recognition for his compositions.
- "Carmen" is Bizet's most famous opera, initially met with harsh criticism in Paris.
- Four months after Bizet's death, "Carmen" achieved immense success in Vienna, Austria.
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Explore key terms and figures from the Romantic period in opera with these informative flashcards. Learn about Franz Peter Schubert and his contributions to Lieder, as well as influences like Johann Goethe. Perfect for music students and enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of this era.
