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| − | *[https://www. | + | *[https://www.classicfm.com/discover-music/periods-genres/opera/best-opera-arias/ The 20 greatest opera arias of all time ] |
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Latest revision as of 18:34, January 1, 2024
An aria (Italian for "air") is a vocal piece from a larger work, usually an opera or oratorio, which contains a limited amount of text and a florid, memorable melody. They are often preceded by a more verbose recitative, and comment on the character's emotions to the preceding dramatic action.