THE INFLUENCE OF OPERA BEYOND ITS STAGE: WAYS IN WHICH OPERA TRANSFORMS MODERN MUSIC AND CONTEMPORARY CULTURE

Opera as an art form has long been seen as one of the most profound and intense art forms, expressing the fullness of human experience in a way that few others can. However, opera’s reach goes far beyond the stage; it penetrates the spirit of contemporary music, style, and popular culture alike. From legendary composers including Verdi, Puccini,