Which of the following statements is not true? a. oratorios first appeared in england. b. oratorio differs from opera in that it has no acting, scenery, or costumes. c. an oratorio is a large-scale composition for chorus, vocal soloists, and orchestra, usually set to a narrative text. d. the first oratorios were based on stories from the bible.

The correct answer is A. Oratorios first appeared in England

Explanation:

Oratorios are a sub-genre of music and are characterized by including characters, vocal soloists, an orchestra, a chorus, among other elements. Due to this, Oratories resemble other genres such as opera but are unique especially because elements such as elaborated costumes are not included. In terms of history, it is believed oratories first emerged in the 17th century linked to the development of art forms and opera; additionally, the first oratories took place on Italy, and later these spread to other countries such as England or France. Thus, it is not true oratories first appeared in England as they first appeared in Italy.

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