The Opera

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Across
  1. 3. It is a kind of recitative accompanied only by basso continuo.
  2. 4. It accompanies the characters in recitativo accompagnato.
  3. 6. By the middle of the 17th century it had evolved into a new form known as ABA form.
  4. 8. Where you can find rhythms, melodies and all the Opera's music.
  5. 9. An important character of the Opera used to comment on the action.
  6. 11. It is similar to the script of a play.
  7. 12. It is an art form in which singers and musicians perform a dramatic work.
Down
  1. 1. Nobody is on stage, but Opera has already begun.
  2. 2. It is a kind of recitative in which the orchestra provides accompaniment.
  3. 5. It is an instrument that usually accompanies the characters in recitativo secco.
  4. 7. It is a narrative talk-singing designed to imitate the inflections of speech.
  5. 10. It is a reflective song with melody and accompaniment.