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Opera

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The Aria Database
http://www.aria-database.com/
"A searchable reference guide to arias by name, opera, language, and voice type. The Database includes the complete set of operatic arias of Mozart as well as many Puccini and Verdi and others... Approximately 275 arias included covering 30 operas and 11 composers. Covers voice part and contextual information for many arias as well as midi files and translation for some arias... Also inside this page are other opera links and several opera search engines to access other databases on the Web."
Chinavoc: Chinese Traditional Opera
http://www.chinavoc.com/arts/perform/opera.htm
An introduction to the history of Beijing, Yue, Huangmei, and Kungu Opera. This site describes the instrumentation used in the various forms as well as the different costumes and character roles.
Gilbert and Sullivan Archive Home Page
http://math.boisestate.edu/gas/
Enjoy detailed descriptions of the operas. Listen to MIDI and MPEG audio files, or enjoy reading the librettos, ballads and opening night reviews from the original performances in the Savoy Theatre in London in the late 17th century. Some of the Savoy performances also include notes and full libretto, as well as original cast information and images. Also includes shows currently running.
The Opera Schedule Server
http://www.fsz.bme.hu/opera/main.html
This searchable database provides information about the programs of opera companies around the world.
Operas and Composers: A Pronunciation Guide
http://patriciagray.net/Operahtmls/works.html
An alphabetical list of major operas and their composers, with brief descriptions and sound recordings that provide their correct pronunciation. Audio files are in AIFF format.

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