libretto

[US]/lɪ'bretəʊ/
[UK]/lɪ'brɛto/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. the text of an opera or other musical work

Phrases & Collocations

Opera libretto

Musical libretto

Example Sentences

The printed libretto was handsomely got up.

The libretto for the opera was written by a famous playwright.

She spent months crafting the perfect libretto for the musical.

The composer collaborated closely with the librettist to bring the story to life.

The libretto was filled with poetic lyrics that captured the audience's hearts.

Writing a libretto requires a deep understanding of music and storytelling.

The libretto set the stage for the powerful emotions conveyed through the music.

The libretto provided the framework for the opera's narrative structure.

The libretto was praised for its lyrical beauty and emotional depth.

The libretto underwent several revisions before it was deemed ready for production.

The libretto served as the foundation for the entire opera production.

Real-world Examples

David Henry Hwang wrote the libretto for the opera An American Soldier.

Source: NPR News June 2014 Compilation

The Italian poet Lorenzo Da Ponte wrote the opera's libretto—or the words—while Mozart composed the score.

Source: who was series

At the next corner he shook off his companion and ran. He halted in the district where by night are found the lightest streets, hearts, vows and librettos.

Source: Selected Works of O. Henry

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