Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C2DescriptionIntroduces opera as a unique means of bringing the human experience to the stage with a focus on understanding how primary sources (novels, plays, history, legends and myths, etc.) are transformed into musical drama. While coming to understand the primary role of vocal and instrumental music in the operatic drama, students will also learn how cultural, ethical and moral values are expressed in performance, including staging, set design and costuming. Specific operas addressed depend on the current season schedule of San Francisco Opera productions, which will be fully integrated with course content. Meets Humanities requirements for LMC general education and Cal-GETC. 