countertenor

• Den höchsten männlichen Gesangsstimmenbereich betreffend, der vor allem in der klassischen Musik verwendet wird.

Relating to the highest male singing voice, typically used in classical music.

1. Highest male vocal rangeC1formal

   Relating to or denoting the highest natural male singing voice, with a range typically above that of a tenor.

   Hohe männliche Gesangsstimme

   • He is a countertenor singer, known for his high, clear notes.
   • The choir featured a countertenor soloist for the piece.
   • Countertenor voices are often used in Baroque music.

   Synonymealto

• Substantiv, das einen männlichen Sänger mit einer Stimme oberhalb der Tenorlage bezeichnet oder die höchste erwachsene männliche Gesangsstimme.

A noun referring to a male singer whose voice is higher than that of a tenor, or the highest adult male singing voice.

1. Male singer with a high voiceC1formal

   A male singer whose natural voice range is higher than that of a tenor, often singing in the alto or soprano range.

   Hoher Männergesang

   • The countertenor performed the Baroque aria with remarkable clarity.
   • Many early music ensembles feature a countertenor for historically accurate performances.
   • He trained for years to develop his countertenor voice.

   Synonymealto

2. Highest adult male singing voiceC1formal

   The highest natural vocal range for an adult male, typically covering the alto or soprano register.

   Hohe Männerstimme

   • The countertenor range is rare and highly prized in choral music.
   • He sang the countertenor part in the choir.
   • The composer wrote the role specifically for a countertenor.

   Synonymealto