De bariton
Example: De bariton zong prachtig tijdens het concert vanavond.
Definition
"De bariton" refers to a male singing voice that lies between the bass and tenor ranges, known for its rich, warm tone. It is commonly heard in various musical genres, including opera and choral music, and often provides a versatile vocal range for singers.
Etymology
The word "de bariton" comes from the Italian 'baritono,' which itself derives from the Greek 'barýtonos,' meaning 'deep sounding.' Did you know that the term reflects the voice's position as deeper than a tenor but higher than a bass, capturing a middle ground in vocal pitch?
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"De bariton" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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