What are the main genres of Chinese opera

The genre of Chinese opera is mainly based on opera, drama and operetta.

I. The Application of Opera in Chinese Opera

Opera is one of the traditional art forms in China. Opera combines various art forms such as singing, dancing, acting and recitation, and expresses the characters' emotions and storylines through music and dancing.

In Chinese opera, the elements of opera are widely used, not only in music, but also in stage setting, costumes and props, etc. The characteristics of opera are reflected.

The application of drama in Chinese opera

Drama is also one of the important genres of Chinese opera. Dialogues and actions are the main forms of expression in dramas, which show the plot and characterization through the words and actions of the characters.

In Chinese opera, elements of drama have been introduced to make the expression of opera richer and more diverse. The performance style of drama also provides a broader performance space for actors in Chinese opera.

Third, the important position of opera in Chinese opera

Opera, as one of the main genres of Chinese opera, is characterized by singing as the main form of expression, which expresses the emotion and shows the plot through music and singing.

In Chinese opera, elements of opera are widely used, including music, songs and chorus. The music in Chinese opera has absorbed elements of Western music as well as the characteristics of Chinese folk music, making Chinese opera more colorful in terms of music.

National Characteristics and Modern Elements of Chinese Opera

I. National Characteristics

Chinese opera, in the process of its development, is y rooted in the soil of the local culture, and shows strong national characteristics. Musically, it has absorbed rich musical elements such as folk ditties, mountain songs and trumpets, making the melody both locally friendly and rich in deep cultural connotations.

In terms of dance and performance, the opera draws on folk dances, acrobatics, martial arts, etc., presenting the audience with a unique and ethnic visual feast. In addition, costumes, props and sets often use traditional elements, such as the faces of Peking Opera and ancient costumes, further emphasizing the ethnicity of Chinese opera.

Second, modern elements

With the development of the times, Chinese opera has also kept abreast of the times, incorporating a large number of modern elements. Modern music, electronic sound effects and pop music styles are skillfully integrated into the opera, making it closer to the aesthetics of modern audiences.

Modern choreography techniques, such as lighting, projection, and 3D effects, are also widely used, providing audiences with a stunning audio-visual experience. In the form of performance, Chinese opera is also boldly innovative, combining modern dance, theater and other forms of art, showing a more diversified and modern stage style.