Fioritura
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"Fioritura" is the name given to the flowery, embellished vocal line found in many aria
s from nineteenth-century opera
. It is derived from the Italian fiore, meaning "flower".
Aria
An aria in music was originally any expressive melody, usually, but not always, performed by a singer. The term is now used almost exclusively to describe a self-contained piece for one voice usually with orchestral accompaniment...
s from nineteenth-century opera
Opera
Opera is an art form in which singers and musicians perform a dramatic work combining text and musical score, usually in a theatrical setting. Opera incorporates many of the elements of spoken theatre, such as acting, scenery, and costumes and sometimes includes dance...
. It is derived from the Italian fiore, meaning "flower".