Libretto: meaning, definitions and examples
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libretto
[ lษชหbrษtoส ]
musical text
A libretto is the text or script of an opera or other long musical work. It includes all the dialogue and lyrics sung by the performers. The libretto serves as the foundation of the musical composition, guiding the composer in setting the text to music.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The libretto of the opera was written by a famous playwright.
- He studied the libretto carefully before attending the performance.
- The composer collaborated with the author to create the libretto.
Translations
Translations of the word "libretto" in other languages:
๐ต๐น libreto
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคธเฅเคคเคฟเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Libretto
๐ฎ๐ฉ libretto
๐บ๐ฆ ะปัะฑัะตัะพ
๐ต๐ฑ libretto
๐ฏ๐ต ใชใใฌใใ
๐ซ๐ท livret
๐ช๐ธ libreto
๐น๐ท libretto
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฆฌ๋ธ๋ ํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุจุฑุชู
๐จ๐ฟ libreto
๐ธ๐ฐ libreto
๐จ๐ณ ๆญ่ฏๆฌ
๐ธ๐ฎ libreto
๐ฎ๐ธ libretto
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปัะฑัะตัะพ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ แแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ libretto
๐ฒ๐ฝ libreto
Etymology
The term 'libretto' originates from the Italian word for 'little book,' which is a diminutive form of 'libro,' meaning book. The use of the term in the context of opera dates back to the 17th century, coinciding with the establishment of opera as a distinct art form in Italy. Initially, librettos were often written by poets and playwrights who sought to align the dramatic narrative with musical expression. Over time, prominent composers began to partner closely with librettists, leading to a more cohesive integration of text and music. The structure and complexity of librettos have evolved, reflecting changes in musical style and audience expectations throughout history.