Comparative analysis of vocal and stage features of soprano roles in operas by Chinese composers of the 80-90s of the XX century and Western European opera traditions

within the framework of this article, a comparative analysis of the vocal and scenic features of soprano roles in operas by Chinese composers of the 80-90s of the XX century and Western European opera traditions is carried out. For the analysis, the author uses a selection of operatic works by Chinese composers "Wild Land" (Jin Xiang), "Sorrow for the Departed" (Shi Guangnan), "Plain" (Jin Xiang). The purpose of the article is to identify common features and differences between the vocal and stage features of soprano roles in the operas "Wild Land", "Mourning for the Departed", "Plain" based on comparative analysis materials. To achieve this goal, the following tasks were consistently solved: the thematic scientific literature was studied, the operas "Wild Land", "Sorrow for the Departed", "Plain" were analyzed, the specifics and typical characteristics of the vocal and stage features of the soprano parts of these works were revealed. As a result of the research, the author comes to the conclusion that these operas combine the traditions of Chinese culture and elements of Western European opera (in particular, works by Verdi, Puccini and Tchaikovsky). The basis of drama for operas by Chinese composers is the development of lyrical conflict, supported by the orchestral instruments of the European symphonic composition.

soprano part, Chinese composers, opera, vocal features, stage features, opera traditions