The genre of vocal works can be classified according to the following aspects:
According to the length of the work, it can be divided into:
Small vocal works: such as songs, arias, choruses, etc.
Large-scale vocal works: such as operas, oratorios, cantatas, cantatas, cantatas, etc.
According to the form of expression of the work, it can be divided into:
Solo: Sung by a singer.
Duet: Sung by two or more singers.
Chorus: Sung by multiple singers.
According to the ** style of the work, it can be divided into:
Classical**: such as opera, oratorio, cantata, cantata, canta, etc.
Folk**: such as folk songs, mountain songs, minor tunes, etc.
Pop**: such as pop songs, rock songs, jazz, etc.
According to the performance content of the work, it can be divided into:
Lyrical songs: mainly to express emotions.
Narrative songs: Mainly narrate stories.
Aria: Mainly to express the inner world of the characters.
Chorus: Mainly to express group emotions.
Common vocal genres are as follows:
Folk songsIt is one of the main forms of folk **, with distinctive national characteristics. There are various genres of folk songs, including narrative songs, love songs, labor songs, children's songs, etc.
Songs: is the most common genre in vocal compositions, with short lengths, beautiful tunes, and easy to sing. Songs cover a wide range of subjects, including lyrics, narratives, arias, choruses, and more.
Chorus: A vocal work sung by multiple singers. There are various genres of choral singing, including oratorio, cantata, cantata, etc.
Opera: It is a comprehensive stage art work, which is composed of a variety of art forms such as **, drama, and dance. There are various genres of opera, including comedy opera, tragic opera, operetta, etc.
In addition, there are some other uncommon genres of vocal works, such as:
Oratorio: A vocal work performed by a group of singers, usually based on a religious story.
Cantata: A vocal work performed by a group of singers and bands, usually based on religious or secular stories.
Chorus: A vocal work sung by a large choir, often with a magnificent momentum.
The genre of vocal works is diverse and flexible, and can be chosen according to the specific content and form of expression of the work.