Music: An Appreciation, Brief 7th Edition (Kamien)

Chapter 5: The Elements Of Opera

Multiple Choice

1
A/n __________ is the text of an opera.
A)recitative
B)aria
C)libretto
D)overture
2
The __________ soprano has a very high range and can execute rapid scales and trills.
A)coloratura
B)lyric
C)dramatic
D)basso
3
The __________ tenor has a powerful voice and is capable of heroic expression.
A)lyric
B)dramatic
C)buffo
D)basso
4
The vocal line in opera that imitates speech is known as
A)libretto.
B)prompter.
C)recitative.
D)aria.
5
An overture is
A)5 or more singers performing together.
B)the scene in an opera in which the male lead expresses his love for the female lead.
C)the program notes for the opera.
D)an instrumental composition that opens the opera and sets the dramatic mood.
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