Opera Trivia

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Opera combines dramatic storytelling with what?

Answer: Singing and music

Bonus fact: Opera tells stories through sung drama with instrumental accompaniment.

What is a solo song in an opera called?

Answer: Aria

Bonus fact: An aria is a solo vocal piece within an opera.

What is the text or script of an opera called?

Answer: Libretto

Bonus fact: Libretto literally means little book in Italian.

An aria is usually a solo song in what?

Answer: Opera

Bonus fact: Arias let characters express emotions or reflections.

Who typically sings an aria?

Answer: Solo vocalist

Bonus fact: Orchestral accompaniment supports the singer.

Which famous aria from Puccini's Turandot begins with the words Nessun dorma?

Answer: Nessun dorma

Bonus fact: The tenor aria became widely known beyond opera.

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