The Linguistic Roots of Words Describing Vocal Ranges
by Lori Dorn from Laughing Squid on (#71ZKV)
Linguist Patrick Foote of Name Explain looked at the linguistic roots of words that describe vocal ranges. This includes, soprano, alto, baritone and other vocal defining words.
Vocal ranges are things you've probably heard of before, as well as their names. I'm sure we've all heard terms like soprano or baritone, but what exactly do these names mean?
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