Definition

1. Noun:
   • The second lowest adult male singing voice: A baritone voice is a specific vocal range in classical and choral music, situated between the tenor (higher) and bass (lower) ranges. It is the most common male voice type.

Usage

• The term "baritone voice" is used to classify a singer's natural vocal range or to describe the characteristic sound of that range.
• It is commonly used in musical contexts, such as opera, choir, and voice training.

Examples

• Noun:
  • His baritone voice was perfect for the role of the father in the opera.
  • The choir director is looking for a strong baritone voice to balance the tenor section.

Advanced Usage

• "To have a baritone voice": This phrase describes a person whose natural singing voice falls within the baritone range.
  • Although he speaks softly, he has a rich baritone voice when he sings.

Variants and Related Words

• Baritone (noun): A singer with a baritone voice or a part written for this voice.
  • He is the lead baritone in the company.
• Baritone (adjective): Pertaining to or having the range of a baritone voice.
  • He sings the baritone part.

Synonyms

• Vocal range: A more general term for the span of notes a voice can produce.
• Voice type: A category for classifying singing voices (e.g., soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, bass).

Related Phrases

• Baritone solo: A piece of music featuring a single baritone voice.
  • The concert featured a beautiful baritone solo from the aria.
• Baritone section: The group of baritone singers within a choir.
  • The baritone section needs to sing with more confidence.

Noun

1. the second lowest adult male singing voice