Category: Opera with Timothy

Aim: How do opera singers use their voices to tell a story?  Summary: Students will explore the ways opera singers express emotion through dramatic musical storytelling. Materials: Musical Explorers digital resources, chart paper, markers Standards: GA: ESGM2.PR.1, ESGM2.RE.1, ESGM2.CN.1, ESGM2.CN.2 SC: GM.PR.NL-AH.3, GM.RE.NL-AH.6, GM.RE.NL-AH.7, GM.CN.NL-AH.8, GM.CN.NL-AH.9 Vocabulary: dynamics, lyrics, pitch, repetition Sing and Interpret “Nessun…

Aim: What are some elements of opera singing? Summary: Students will explore the elements of classical singing technique by listening to and learning “La Donna è Mobile.” Materials: Musical Explorers digital resources Standards: GA: ESGM2.PR.1, ESGM2.RE.1, ESGM2. CN.1, ESGM2.CN.2 SC: GM.PR.NL-AH.3, GM.RE.NL-AH.6, GM.RE.NL-AH.7, GM.CN.NL-AH.8, GM.CN.NL-AH.9 Vocabulary: aria, bass, legato, mezzo-soprano, opera, posture, repertoire, soprano, staccato,…

Tradition and Artist Overview  The word “opera” in Italian means “work.” Opera is a type of theatrical artwork where everything is sung and set to music. Just like plays or movies, operas can be dramatic or comedic, but all of the dialogue is sung instead of spoken. Many cultures have their own style of opera.…