Opera was created in Italy around the year 1600! The idea is to use music through the ENTIRE play! Everything that would normally be spoken in the play is sung! Since the 1900’s the opera has become a place where there is amazing scenery and spectacular costumes. It is very popular and can be sung in many languages including Italian, German, French & Russian.

Here are some suggested listening from Mrs. Marro:

1. The Marriage of Figaro by Mozart

PLEASE feel free to add any thoughts, and suggested listening!