soprano

soe-PRAH-noe

[ Italian ]

Definition

  1. A general term that indicates the highest range for an instrument or voice.

  2. Term used to describe the highest pitched vocal range, usually produced by a female voice, but occasionally produced men's and boys' voices of the soprano range. The range of the soprano is from about middle C to A5 above the treble clef. A professional soprano can typically reach C6 or higher.

    There are several classifications of the soprano voice that describe the quality from a light to heavy character. They include coloratura, lyric soprano, lirico spinto, and dramatic soprano.

    See more about voice types and ranges in the Appendix.

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Last Updated: 2016-06-17 02:19:08