The different types of Opera, including serious Opera (opera seria), comic Opera (opera buffa), melodrama, and more.
Opera history: Covers the origins of opera, innovations that led to the development of different opera genres, and important composers and operas in each era.
Vocal techniques: Introduces the various techniques used by opera singers to produce a wide range of sounds including vibrato, staccato, legato, and falsetto.
Musical forms: Explores the different forms of operatic music such as aria, recitative, duet, ensemble, and chorus.
Libretto: Refers to the text or lyrics of an opera, including narrative, dialogue, and poetry.
Opera productions: Examines the various elements that make up an opera production, such as stage design, lighting, costumes, and props.
Musical notation: The study of the written language of music, including the use of staffs, clefs, notes, rests, and various musical symbols.
Instruments: Discusses the different instruments used in operatic music, from stringed instruments to brass and percussion.
Storytelling and mythology: Opera often draws inspiration from classical mythologies or original stories, and understanding these sources can help appreciate the context of the music.
Different opera genres: Exploring different types of opera such as a popular Opera Buffa or Opera Seria, and their associated musical conventions and performance styles.
The role of the orchestra and conductor: Explores the conductor's role in communicating the composer's intentions to the orchestra, and the way in which the orchestra supports the dramatic action of the opera.
Opera seria: A serious opera with a historical or mythological subject, typically written in the 18th century in Italian.
Opera buffa: A comedic opera that originated in the 18th century in Italy, with simple plots and humorous characters.
Grand opera: An extravagant and dramatic opera genre that emerged in the early 19th century, often featuring large-scale productions with elaborate sets and costumes.
Comic opera: A light-hearted opera with a comedic plot and characters, often featuring spoken dialogue.
Singspiel: A German-language opera genre that emerged in the 18th century, featuring spoken dialogue and songs.
Operetta: A light-hearted and melodious opera genre, usually with a romantic or humorous plot and spoken dialogue.
Zarzuela: A Spanish-language operatic genre that originated in the 17th century, featuring a mix of spoken dialogue, songs, and dance.
Pastoral opera: An opera genre that emerged in the late 18th century, featuring a rural or pastoral setting and simple themes.
Verismo opera: A realistic opera genre that emerged in the late 19th century, depicting the lives of ordinary people and their struggles.
Modern opera: A contemporary opera genre that often incorporates electronic music, unconventional vocal techniques, and avant-garde staging.