Anthony Boynton's definitions

Tenor

The highest male register in standard music. In four part music, Tenor is the second to the lowest part in the music, above Baritone/Bass and below the female register of Alto in four part music.

Luciano Pavarotti is a very well known tenor.

by Anthony Boynton May 25, 2008

spinto

Loud, or 'pushed, singing. Easily singing forte and above in volume. Usually noted by much dramatization, force, and emotion.

Jennifer Holliday is a spinto singer.

by Anthony Boynton June 20, 2007