Alt ahlt Your browser does not support the audio element. [ German , from Lat., altus - high ] Definition 1. Term used for the tones of the first octave above the treble staff (g2 to f3), which are said to be "in alt"; the tones of the second higher octave are said to be "in altissimo". 2. In German, the lower female voice (contralto) or the second highest instrument. Share Share on Facebook (opens in a new tab) Share on X (opens in a new tab) Last Updated: 2016-04-29 15:59:27