Synthesis of conductor-director interpretation in opera performance implementation (through the example of NMAU Opera Studio named after P. Tchaikovsky)

Abstract

The purpose of the work is to investigate the actual issues of creative relationships between opera and sym- phony conductors and opera stage directors and the peculiarities of their cooperation in the modern Ukrainian musical theater. The methodology of the research lies in the use of analytical, functional, comparative and art research methods with the purpose to determine the main functions of a director and conductor in the process of staging an opera perform- ance and clarify the significance of creative interaction between specialists of various types and art genres in the process of staging an opera and the importance of inuring the future artists to the creative cooperation skills. These issues are considered in the context of the activities of NMAU Opera Studio named after P.I. Tchaikovsky. The scientific novelty of the research consists in the analysis of synthetic interaction and the relationship between the conductor and director roles in the interpretation process while staging an opera performance through the example of NMAU Opera Studio named after Tchaikovsky, which will allow us to find the optimal combination of this cooperation for the realization of the work of both the director and the conductor in the process of staging an opera performance. The research is based on the practical experience of specialists in the field of musical and theatrical art. Conclusions. The research results show that in the process of staging an opera performance, both directing and conducting are equally important for highly artis- tic and professional interpretation and implementation of theatrical concept of the work. It is this practical approach, which should dominate the work of Opera Studio of the National Tchaikovsky Music Academy of Ukraine, where students acquire their first experience during their studies.