Analysis of the Work and Singing Techniques of the Aria "Yang Bailao" from the Opera "The White-Haired Girl"
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: "Yang Bailao" is an excerpt from the large-scale national opera "The White-Haired Girl" in China. It is a baritone aria that is deeply moving and tragic. With its "popular" writing style, it bridges the gap between the era and the masses, becoming a Chinese classic in opera interpretation. The emotions portrayed by different characters vary, and to give the characters distinct national traits, the singer must grasp the key aspects of the opera. Leveraging their vocal strengths, this article, based on the work analysis and story background of the opera "Yang Bailao", explores the singing techniques of this aria for reference.
Source: Art and Performance Letters
Author: Ruyao Wang
Institution: Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre
Language: English
Subfield: Music
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4409501033