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Coloratura: meaning, definitions and examples

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coloratura

 

[ หŒkษ’lษ™หˆrสŠtษ™หŒrษ‘ห ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

music technique

Coloratura refers to a style of operatic singing that emphasizes agility and ornamentation in the voice. It is often used in the context of soprano roles, where singers deploy rapid runs, trills, and high notes to showcase their vocal skills. The term originated from the Italian word 'colorare', meaning 'to color', which reflects the added embellishments to the melodic line. Coloratura can also refer to the elaborate musical passages themselves, which contribute to the overall expressiveness of the piece.

Synonyms

agility, flourish, ornamentation.

Examples of usage

  • The soprano excelled in coloratura passages.
  • She has mastered the art of coloratura singing.
  • Coloratura roles are challenging for many singers.
  • The aria was filled with intricate coloratura.
  • His coloratura technique impressed the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "coloratura" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น coloratura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฒเฅ‹เคฐเคพเคคเฅเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Koloratur

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ coloratura

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะปะพั€ะฐั‚ัƒั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ koloratura

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ณใƒญใƒฉใƒˆใ‚ฅใƒผใƒฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท colorature

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ coloratura

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท coloratura

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฝœ๋กœ๋ผํˆฌ๋ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูˆู„ูˆุฑุงุชูˆุฑุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ koloratura

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ koloratura

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‰ฒๅฝฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ koloratura

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ coloratura

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะพะปะพั€ะฐั‚ะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒšแƒแƒ แƒแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ coloratura

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ coloratura

Etymology

The term 'coloratura' has its origins in early 17th century Italy, derived from the Italian word 'colorare', which translates to 'to color'. This term was used to describe the decoration of melodies, emphasizing expressiveness through embellishment. Initially, coloratura singing was associated with the improvisational techniques used by singers to embellish their parts, particularly in opera and vocal music. As the style evolved, it became a defining characteristic of certain roles in opera, especially for soprano singers. The concept of coloratura not only highlights technical prowess but also the emotive capabilities of the voice. Over time, notable composers such as Handel, Mozart, and Bellini incorporated coloratura elements into their works, which further popularized this singing style. Today, coloratura is recognized as a crucial aspect of many operatic performances and is an essential technique for vocalists specializing in classical music.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,197, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.