arias
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˈɑɹiəz// UK //ˈeəɹiəz// arias
n. long, beautiful songs for one singer in an opera. They are the moments where a character expresses their deep feelings through music.
n. self-contained musical pieces for a solo voice, typically with orchestral accompaniment, occurring within a larger work such as an opera or oratorio. Often used to provide a moment of emotional reflection for a character.
The soprano performed several famous arias during the concert.
The audience sat in silence as the tenor began one of the most difficult arias in the entire opera.
While the recitative moves the plot forward through speech-like singing, the arias allow the composer to explore the psychological depth of the characters through melodic expansion.
Usage
Plural form of 'aria'.