Feb 22, 2023 · In a case like say Verdi, when he did alternative versions of his operas like say Don Carlo, would the music change noticeably to adjust to the different language? If both exist which …

May 14, 2011 · It might be wise to renew my acquaintance with a few operas first, but as of now, and roughly in order of preference: Otello (my favorite since first acquaintance some 55 years ago)

Apr 12, 2007 · Hello, looking for some tragical and sad operas. And maybe some furious aswell (i'm a fan of depressing music hah:D ) thx! -jenn

Jan 2, 2014 · Offenbach wrote a number of operas based on classical mythology. For example, his first opera was Orphée aux enfers ("Orpheus in the Underworld"). La belle Hélène ("The Beautiful Helen").

Feb 23, 2012 · Why? I think all Verdi's operas are pretty good and worth watching/listening carefully once at least !

Nov 6, 2024 · Strauss achieves transparent opulence using a chamber orchestra in Ariadne auf Naxos. Nielsen's two operas have fabulous orchestration. Maskarade is almost an operetta, but the …

May 20, 2014 · Let's share which are our favorite operas from the Baroque period. Ten is just a number, a few less or a few more will do also. :) These are mine: Giulio Cesare in Egitto (Handel) - Tamerlano …

Oct 24, 2010 · I found this list in the Internet, supposedly ranked "for their innovation and influence, as well as their aesthetic importance, historical significance and lasting popularity." Question 1: Do you …

May 22, 2023 · Surprisingly, there hasn't been any thread on love songs or songs about love in opera, so I decided to create one. Arguably the most passionate one in terms of dissonant harmony from …

Mar 20, 2023 · The operas of Wagner - and of Verdi and Mozart (whose operas tended to be much shorter) - are masterpieces of story telling in a rather strange amalgam art form that merges music …