Research task: using the remaining post-it notes, choose one of the vocal genres each and

research what it was like during the classical period. Find at least one example piece, one
composer and three defining musical features. Also, write one socrative question for Mr. Scott
Opera Buffa Opera Seria The Mass (and requiem) The Oratorio

Task 1: Barber of Seville Analysis - use your score and the recording, answer the following
questions:
1. Which ornament is used in the introduction to the piece?

2. This is a piece of music for solo singer accompanied by orchestra. What name could be given to this
piece?

3. What key is the piece in to begin with?

4. Give definitions for Syllabic and Melisma, which of these is featured most within the piece?

5. In bars 5-11 the piece modulates briefly to another key. Which key do you think this is, and how can
you tell?

6. Describe the melody in bars 19 and 20.

7. Name the symbol used in bar 66 - how does this change how the music is played?

8. Name and describe the rhythmic device used in bar 78.

9. Describe the melodic feature in bars 93-95

10. Describe the melody in bars 119-122.