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This 10 page paper details the evolution of opera and in particular Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's contribution to the genre. Particular examples are given from Figaro, Don Giovanni and the Magic Flute. An indepth look at opera from its origins through the 18th century are given with examples. General characteristics of opera buffa, opera seria and singspiel are given. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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During his lifetime he managed to produce countless symphonies, Arias, piano concerti and full length operas. It can be stated that he managed to perfect the form in just about
all of these areas, but in particular, his genius is apparent in his operatic works. Opera was not a new convention by the time Mozart became intrigued with its
form and venue. Indeed, opera evolved, most experts agree, in Italy with the Camerata. The Camerata was a group of musicians and supporters whose main purpose was to bring back
the old styling of the ancient Greek dramas which incorporated the choruses. This was in part due to their refusal to accept the highly contrapuntal music that was the norm
during the Renaissance. Their biggest problem with the music of the Renaissance was that any texts that were used were being subjugated to the music. They wanted composers to pay
closer attention and to fit the music to the words instead of vice versa. Additionally, the beginnings of opera can be found in the writings and records of the Italian
aristocracy of the fifteen and sixteenth century. Many of the wealthy families of this era would present great pageants where drama and music would figure prominently. In fact, some of
the worlds greatest artists were known to contribute to the decorations and set designs, including Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael. In between each act or as an
intermission between different performances, there would be a singer accompanied by the orchestra or a sizeable chamber group. This was the truest essence of opera and so began the form
that would be the beginnings of opera. In fact, the first opera, Daphne, arose from the intermissions between a drama which was given in honor of an aristocratic
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