FAQ
The DIDONE Arias Database is a comprehensive platform dedicated to archiving and exploring a vast collection of arias and performances from renowned operatic works, including Pietro Metastasio's Didone abbandonata, Artaserse, Alessandro nell'Indie, Adriano in Siria, and Demofoonte .
You can search for arias and performances using two primary methods: simple search and advanced search. In the simple search, located at the top of the page, you can specify whether you want to search for arias or for performances. The advanced search, accessible on the right-hand side, offers a more detailed approach, allowing you to filter your search based on various criteria such as composer, role, emotion, drama, performance details, source, and musical attributes.
You can search for arias and performances using two primary methods: simple search and advanced search. In the simple search, located at the top of the page, you can specify whether you want to search for arias or for performances. The advanced search, accessible on the right-hand side, offers a more detailed approach, allowing you to filter your search based on various criteria such as composer, role, emotion, drama, performance details, source, and musical attributes.
To access the score of a particular aria, simply click on the aria miniature on its card, and you will be directed to the corresponding page where you can view the digitised score. The score can be scrolled, zoomed, and navigated for comprehensive exploration.
Yes, you can explore performances using the same search functionalities as arias. Simply select "performances" in the search options, and you can filter performances based on various criteria such as premiere occasion, theatre, city, singer, and more.
To streamline your search process, make use of the available filters and criteria to narrow down your results effectively. Additionally, keep in mind that the database recognises variants of composer and singer names, and that all geographical locations are listed in English for ease of navigation.
For more detailed information about the DIDONE Project, we encourage you to visit our official website at didone.eu. There, you will find comprehensive resources, project updates, and insights into our ongoing research endeavours. Additionally, you can engage with our team and stay informed about upcoming events, publications, and opportunities for collaboration visiting iccmu.es.
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This means that users of the DIDONE Arias Database are permitted to share and distribute the editions, as long as they provide proper attribution, do not use the editions for commercial purposes, and do not create derivative works based on them. It's important for users to adhere to the terms of this licence when accessing and utilizing the editions from the database.
If a user intends to utilise the editions from the DIDONE Arias Database for commercial purposes, such as publishing, recording, or any other commercial venture, they are required to adhere to the appropriate copyright and licensing regulations. The materials provided in the database are subject to copyright protection, and their commercial exploitation is subject to obtaining permission or licensing agreements from authors. Users are advised to carefully review the terms of use and licensing information provided on this Disclaimer and to contact the project team for further guidance or clarification regarding commercial usage rights.
If you wish to access the digital files available in the DIDONE Arias Database, including MusicXML files and MuseScore files with harmonic annotations following the DCML annotation standard, please contact us directly. Upon request, users will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to ensure the confidentiality and proper usage of the digital materials. Rest assured that we are committed to facilitating access to these resources while maintaining the necessary safeguards for intellectual property protection and responsible usage.