observe La Boheme (Puccini)

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Cover page: Page 1 [10 points] Include these four lines with correct information Your First Name Your Last Name Instructor’s name: First Last Music Appreciation – MUSC 1101 Date: [date you submit assignment] Main Body of Critique: Write in a professional style throughout. Introduction Production facts [10 points] Title of the performance: (You must either underline or ITALICIZE the title.) Names of composer(s): See film or reference material(s) Name of stage director: See production or film Name of conductor/music director: See production or film Performance Evaluation [60 points] Select TWO primary performers from the opera, i.e., one male and one female. Identify each performer’s character name (Rigoletto, Mimi, etc.). Describe each performer’s voice in three ways:           1 Vocal type (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, bass) Vocal quality (lyric, dramatic) Vocal tone (pleasing to hear, expressive abilities) C. Discuss each of the two performer’s overall effectiveness in three ways: Communication skills (Vocal, Facial, Emotional appeal and believability, Connection with audience Stage Presence Costume and physical characteristics Cite 5-6 locations in the performance. Describe what happens and your evaluation of those specific moments a. Ex: At (10:12 – 12:15) Mimi sings to Rigoletto. Other aspects. a. Discuss costumes, lighting, sets, instrumentation, film production or any aspect that impacted your opinions about the performance. Conclusion [20 points] Write a strong conclusion. Provide an overall rating scale using a Likert scale of 1-100. Explain why the performance received the overall review rating you gave. Substantiate your opinions (three-legged stool, triangulation). Discuss the main strengths and weaknesses.