alto (Meaning)

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alto (n)

a singer whose voice lies in the alto clef

the lowest female singing voice

the highest adult male singing voice

(of a musical instrument) the second highest instrument in a family of musical instruments

the pitch range of the lowest female voice

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alto (s)

of or being the lowest female voice

of or being the highest male voice; having a range above that of tenor

(of a musical instrument) second highest member of a group

Webster

alto (n.)

Formerly the part sung by the highest male, or counter-tenor, voices; now the part sung by the lowest female, or contralto, voices, between in tenor and soprano. In instrumental music it now signifies the tenor.

An alto singer.

Synonyms & Antonyms of alto

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alto Sentence Examples

  1. The alto section of the choir added a rich and harmonious layer to the musical performance.
  2. Maria, with her clear and powerful alto voice, took the lead in the ensemble's rendition of the classic ballad.
  3. The alto saxophonist stood out with a soulful and expressive solo during the jazz concert.
  4. In the a cappella group, Lisa showcased her versatility by singing both soprano and alto parts.
  5. The alto flute, with its distinctive warm tones, contributed to the melodic beauty of the orchestral piece.
  6. The alto register of the piano resonated beautifully in the intimate setting of the jazz club.
  7. The alto clef is primarily used for notating the range of the viola in sheet music.
  8. During the musical, the alto character delivered a poignant solo that moved the audience.
  9. In the barbershop quartet, the alto singer added a smooth and complementary voice to the harmonies.
  10. The alto section rehearsed diligently to achieve a seamless blend of voices for the upcoming performance.

FAQs About the word alto

a singer whose voice lies in the alto clef, the lowest female singing voice, the highest adult male singing voice, (of a musical instrument) the second highest

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The alto section of the choir added a rich and harmonious layer to the musical performance.

Maria, with her clear and powerful alto voice, took the lead in the ensemble's rendition of the classic ballad.

The alto saxophonist stood out with a soulful and expressive solo during the jazz concert.

In the a cappella group, Lisa showcased her versatility by singing both soprano and alto parts.