Edition Breitkopf Operaria Mezzo Soprano 2
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Summary of This Score
This score offers a demanding journey into the heart of the opera repertoire, designed to showcase the expressive richness and projection of a mezzo-soprano voice. You will find 9 essential arias, each associated with a strong character, allowing exploration of very contrasting atmospheres: prayer and lyrical impulse, prophetic darkness, dramatic tension, nobility of line, and theatrical brilliance.
The collection opens with Gaetano Donizetti and "Fia dunque vero / O mio Fernando" (Leonora - La favorita), an ideal piece to work on cantilena, breathing, and the progressive intensity of the discourse. It continues with Richard Wagner through "Entweihte Götter!" (Ortrud - Lohengrin), "Einsam wachend in der Nacht" (Brangäne - Tristan und Isolde), and "Wo in Bergen du dich birgst" (Fricka - Die Walküre), three scenes inviting a deepening of German diction, legato control, and dramatic construction within long musical arches.
Finally, Giuseppe Verdi holds a central place with five excerpts particularly representative of Verdi's singing style: "Stride la vampa" and "Condotta ell'era in ceppi" (Azucena - Il trovatore) to explore dark color, narrative, and rhythmic impact; "Nei giardin del bello" and "O don fatale" (Eboli - Don Carlo) to work on expressive virtuosity, breadth, and emotional tension; not to mention "Al suon del tamburo" (Preziosilla - La forza del destino), perfect for developing stage energy and articulation precision. A prime resource to enrich a recital program, prepare for a competition, or structure in-depth work with a voice teacher.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Opera | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Gaetano Donizetti; Richard Wagner; Giuseppe Verdi | Language | Italian and German |
| Genre | opera score (arias) | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which arias are included in Operaria Mezzo Soprano 2?
The collection gathers 9 arias by Donizetti, Wagner, and Verdi. It notably includes "Fia dunque vero / O mio Fernando" from La favorita, as well as five Verdi excerpts from Il trovatore, Don Carlo, and La forza del destino.
Does the score contain Wagner arias for mezzo-soprano?
Three scenes by Richard Wagner are included: "Entweihte Götter!" sung by Ortrud in Lohengrin, "Einsam wachend in der Nacht" by Brangäne in Tristan und Isolde, and "Wo in Bergen du dich birgst" by Fricka in Die Walküre.
In which languages are the arias in this collection?
The texts are in Italian and German, in line with the operas by Donizetti, Verdi, and Wagner selected.
Is this selection suitable for preparing a singing competition?
The selection covers roles such as Leonora, Ortrud, Brangäne, Fricka, Azucena, Eboli, and Preziosilla. The 9 arias offer challenges involving cantilena, German diction, legato, and articulation. The collection can therefore structure repertoire work with a voice teacher.
Which Verdi excerpts are included in this score?
Five Giuseppe Verdi excerpts are featured: "Stride la vampa" and "Condotta ell'era in ceppi" by Azucena, "Nei giardin del bello" and "O don fatale" by Eboli, and "Al suon del tamburo" by Preziosilla.
