Comparison of British, German, French and Italian Opera

British, German, French and Italian operas have some differences in music style and plot theme. Generally speaking, the musical style of English drama is melodious and soothing, and it pays attention to the recitation and expression of lyrics. The music style of German opera is rich and powerful, and it pays attention to the application of orchestral music and the training of vocal skills. French opera emphasizes the beauty of melody and pursues stage effect in music, and the plot is usually complex and delicate; The music of Italian opera is characterized by beautiful melody and passion.

* English drama: the music style is melodious and soothing, and it pays attention to the recitation and expression of lyrics.

* German opera: the music style is rich and powerful, and it pays attention to the application of orchestral music and the training of vocal skills.

* French opera: music emphasizes the beauty of melody and pursues stage effect, and the plot is usually complex and delicate.

Italian opera: Music is characterized by beautiful melody and passion.

On the theme of plot, English drama pays attention to the in-depth description of plot and characters; German opera emphasizes the unity of music and plot, as well as the profound description of emotion and inner world; French opera emphasizes the beauty of melody and pursues stage effect in music, and the plot is usually complex and delicate; The plot of Italian opera is simple and clear.

In addition, the operas of these four countries also have their own characteristics:

* English opera: characterized by bel canto, represented by Monteverdi and Handel.

* German opera: characterized by direct dialogue in German instead of recitation, represented by Mozart, Weber and Wagner.

French opera: Based on Italian opera, it has been innovated and incorporated more chorus and dance (ballet) scenes, represented by Bizet and Meyer Bell.

To sum up, British, German, French and Italian operas have their own characteristics in music style and plot theme.