Course Title:
Introduction to Opera
Course Description:
Offers an historical, social, political, economic, and artistic overview of the evolution of opera from its beginnings to the present day. Examines basic musical concepts (harmony, melody, and orchestration), structures of opera (aria, ensemble, and recitative), vocal categories and schools, and the relationship between literature, history, and librettos. Offers close study of selected operas in various styles (bel canto, verismo, and so on) by Mozart, Rossini, Verdi, Puccini, Tchaikovsky, Wagner, and others.
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Additional Information:
Approved course: NU Core-Arts/Humanities Level 1
Approved course: Arts & Sciences Core-Arts Context
