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XSeries Program inClassical Works
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What you will learn

  • Understand the revolutionary relationships created between music, drama, and storytelling in opera.
  • Learn the technologies and innovations behind opera performances, choir, instruments, and stage structure.
  • Gain an appreciation and understanding for the typical characteristics of Italian opera, classical music, and performance art—including instruments used and types of singing.
  • Follow the composition, legacy, and significance through time and the relevance today.
  • Build on your learning and explore how performances have changed over time.
  • Compare the social and cultural influences of each work.

  • Expert instruction
    5 high-quality courses
  • Self-paced
    Progress at your own speed
  • 4 months
    3 - 5 hours per week
  • Discounted price:$372.50 Original price:$745.00 USD
    For the full program experience

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HarvardX's Classical Works XSeries Program

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Thomas Forrest Kelly
Thomas Forrest Kelly

Morton B. Knafel Professor of Music

Harvard University

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Discounted price:$372.50 Original price:$745.00 USD

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