Symphony of Theatre and Opera - 12 Lectures on Singing

Where

Glenfield Library, 90 Bentley Avenue, Glenfield, Auckland 0629

Parking is available on the street and around the building.

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When

Sunday 22 December 2024
1.30pm-3pm



Cost

Free

Contact

Henry Liu
henry.liu@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
021 1936 835

Bookings

09 486 8555
henry.liu@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Booking is recommended but not compulsory.

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Baritone singer, Nan Zhou graduated from the Central Conservatory of Music (中央音乐学院) in China and has performed extensively throughout China and Europe. Fluent in Italian, English and Chinese, Nan is delighted to share his experience and skills in singing and vocalization.

Through 12 months of comprehensive and systematic course study, you will initially master the concept of basic scientific vocal skills, understand the elements of drama and basic performance skills, learn to sing 12 world-famous opera excerpts, as well as basic opera stage scheduling, positioning, and symphonic coordination, and finally perform the dramatic effects of elementary opera excerpts.

Please note that the October and November lectures are suspended, and lectures will resume in December. 

Please join us for this series of activities. Registration is not compulsory but recommended. All welcome.

  • June: "Carmen" 六月 卡门
    - Theme: Symbol of passion and freedom
    Explore grand scenes and soulful music.
    - Content: Learning Spanish-style music, character analysis, stage performance
  • July: "La Traviata" 七月 茶花女
    - Theme: Love and Sacrifice
    - Content: character analysis, emotional expression techniques, dramatic arias for concerts.
  • August: "Rigoletto" 八月 弄臣
    - Theme: Tragedy and conflict in drama
    - Content: Explore character psychology, practice acting skills and vocal expression.
  • September: "Turandot" 九月 图兰朵
    - Theme: Mystery and the power of love
    - Content: Study "Nessun Dorma" and explore symbolism in opera.
  • December: "I Vespri Siciliani" 十二月 西西里晚祷
    - Theme: Fusion of history and music
    - Content: Research on historical events, analysis of musical styles, chorus practice.
  • January (2025): "Aida"
    - Theme: Explore grand scenes and soulful music 
    - Content: Learn the historical background of opera, analyse the main characters, and practice arias
  • February (2025): "Don Giovanni"
    - Theme: Morality and Temptation
    - Content: Analyse the moral conflicts of the main characters and practice classic arias.
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