Great Choral Classics Flashcards
1
Q
what is an oratorio?
A
a large choral work for vocal soloists, choir + orchestra
2
Q
what is soprano?
A
high female
3
Q
what is alto?
A
low female
4
Q
what is treble?
A
high male (voice hasn’t broken)
5
Q
what is tenor?
A
higher adult male
6
Q
what is bass?
A
low adult male
7
Q
what is overtue?
A
orchestral movement
8
Q
what is aria?
A
solo + orchestra
9
Q
what is recitative?
A
soloist driving the plot forward, accompanied by a few strings
10
Q
what is a chorus?
A
A movement for choir + orchestra
11
Q
what is an orchestral interlude?
A
just orchestra
12
Q
what are masses?
A
latin based on catholic communion services
13
Q
name famous masses
A
Kyrie, Agnus Dei, Sanctus
14
Q
where is it performed?
A
church/cathedrals
