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Muziek - Opera

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met opera, zoals "bariton", "interval" en "broekrol".

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opera house
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a theater designed for performing operas

opera, opera-gebouw

opera, opera-gebouw

Ex: Tickets for opera house show sold out within hours of going on sale .
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opera star
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a highly skilled and accomplished singer who performs leading roles in operatic productions

operaster, operaartiest

operaster, operaartiest

Ex: Critics hailed the young soprano as a opera star, praising her flawless technique and emotive storytelling in her debut performance .
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baritone
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a male singing voice that is classified between bass and tenor, characterized by a lower and richer tone

bariton, tenor-bass

bariton, tenor-bass

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bass
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a male singing voice with the lowest pitch range

basse, bas

basse, bas

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verismo
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a style of opera or literature portraying realistic and gritty depictions of everyday life

verismo, realisme

verismo, realisme

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breeches role
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a role where a female is portraying a male character in opera, typically dressed in male clothing

broekrol, breechesrol

broekrol, breechesrol

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tessitura
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the comfortable range of pitches within a piece of music or a vocal part where the performer's voice or instrument sounds natural and resonant

tessituur, stemhoogte

tessituur, stemhoogte

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operetta
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a light-hearted theatrical production blending singing, music, and spoken dialogue, often featuring comedic or romantic themes

operette, lichte opera

operette, lichte opera

Ex: Attending operetta performance is a delightful way to enjoy the beauty of live singing and theatrical storytelling in a more accessible and lighthearted format than traditional opera .
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interval
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a short break between different parts of a theatrical or musical performance

pauze, interval

pauze, interval

Ex: She checked her phone during interval, waiting for the show to resume .
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coloratura
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a type of soprano singer known for their ability to perform intricate and embellished vocal passages

coloratuur, sopraan-virtuoos

coloratuur, sopraan-virtuoos

Ex: coloratura's performance in the ensemble piece added a shimmering brilliance to the overall sound , her agile voice dancing above the other singers with grace and precision .
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continuo
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a style of musical accompaniment where a keyboard instrument plays a bassline along with improvised chords

continuo, basso continuo

continuo, basso continuo

Ex: continuo section 's interplay with the soloist highlighted their musical skill .
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contralto
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a type of classical female singing voice characterized by its low range and rich, resonant quality

contralto, lage zangstem

contralto, lage zangstem

Ex: The choral arrangement showcased contralto's unique timbre , creating a harmonious blend with the other voices .
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countertenor
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the highest male singing voice, often akin to the alto range for female singers

countertenor, contratenor

countertenor, contratenor

Ex: In the opera 's climactic moment , countertenor's ethereal sound filled the hall , leaving listeners mesmerized by its beauty .
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diva
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a renowned female opera singer

diva, zangeres

diva, zangeres

Ex: Despite her fame , diva remained humble and dedicated to her craft .
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dramma giocoso
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an Italian operatic genre that combines elements of both drama and comedy, featuring a mix of serious and humorous elements in the plot, music, and overall tone

dramma giocoso, dramatische komedie

dramma giocoso, dramatische komedie

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libretto
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the text of a musical play, an opera, or other extended vocal works

libretto, tekstboek

libretto, tekstboek

Ex: libretto of the new opera was praised for its lyrical beauty and its ability to convey complex emotions through simple yet powerful language .
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mezzo-soprano
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a type of classical female singing voice situated between the soprano and contralto ranges

mezzo-soprano, mezzo-sopraan

mezzo-soprano, mezzo-sopraan

Ex: mezzo-soprano voice lent a warm and velvety quality to the ensemble 's sound .
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opera buffa
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a genre of Italian comic opera known for lighthearted storylines, witty dialogue, and comedic situations, featuring accessible music and often stock characters

komische opera, operette

komische opera, operette

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recitative
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a style of vocal singing in opera and oratorio characterized by a speech-like delivery, used to advance the plot or convey dialogue

recitatief, spraakzang

recitatief, spraakzang

Ex: recitative served as a bridge between musical sections , providing context for the character 's inner thoughts and feelings .
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soprano
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the highest vocal range for a female singer

sopraan, sopranen

sopraan, sopranen

Ex: soprano resonated through the cathedral , its clarity and power filling the sacred space with divine beauty .
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tenor
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the highest voice range of an average male singer

tenor, tenorstem

tenor, tenorstem

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castrato
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a male singer with a unique voice type resulting from castration before puberty

castrato, gezangskastrat

castrato, gezangskastrat

Ex: Despite the controversial practice of castration , castrato's voice remains a testament to the remarkable artistry and dedication of these talented singers .
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act
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a main part of a play, opera, or ballet

akte, deel

akte, deel

Ex: After the intermission , the audience eagerly anticipated the act.
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overture
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the introductory piece of an opera, ballet, oratorio or any lengthy musical performance

overture, inleiding

overture, inleiding

Ex: During the rehearsal, the musicians focused on perfecting the nuances of the overture, ensuring it would captivate the audience from the very first note.
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aria
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a long, elaborate song that is melodious and is intended for a solo voice, especially in an opera

aria, lied

aria, lied

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alto
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the lower register of the female voice, known for its warm and rich timbre

alt, alttoon

alt, alttoon

Ex: Adding richness to the orchestra 's performance was alto of the string section .
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librettist
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a person who writes the words of a musical play or an opera, known as libretto

librettist, tekstschrijver

librettist, tekstschrijver

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falsetto
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a male singing voice that extends over the range of a tenor voice, hitting unusually high notes

falsetto, tenorhoogte

falsetto, tenorhoogte

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treble
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the part in harmonic music or the voice with the highest pitch that belongs to a boy or female vocalist

sopraan, treble

sopraan, treble

Ex: The violinist practiced the treble passages diligently, striving for flawless execution in the upcoming concert.
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