The baritone
Example: The baritone sang beautifully during the opera performance.
Definition
"The baritone" refers to a male singing voice that lies between the bass and tenor ranges, characterized by a rich, warm tone. It is commonly used in opera, choral music, and musical theater, providing a versatile vocal range for various musical roles.
Etymology
The word "baritone" originates from the Greek words 'barus' meaning heavy and 'tonos' meaning tone or sound. It was adopted into Italian as 'baritono' before entering English, reflecting the vocal range's deep yet flexible qualities. Did you know? The term was first used in the 17th century to describe this specific voice type.
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"The baritone" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Music - (B2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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