Associations to the word «Coloratura»

Wiktionary

COLORATURA, noun. (uncountable) Florid or fancy passages in vocal music.
COLORATURA, noun. (countable) a singer of such passages, especially a soprano
COLORATURA, adjective. Pertaining to coloratura.

Dictionary definition

COLORATURA, noun. A lyric soprano who specializes in coloratura vocal music.
COLORATURA, noun. Singing with florid ornamentation.

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