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treble

treble

9 6.5
The highest singing voice, like a boy or soprano
  • noun
  • /ˈtrɛbəl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : soprano
  • The music teacher explained that the treble is crucial for blending harmonies in choral performances.
  • treble clef
  • a treble voice
  • the treble part

Examples

  • During the concert, the soprano's treble voice soared above the other singers, captivating the audience.

  • Similarly, the Treble Choir members are inspired by the progress of the male singers.

    Academic text (2008)
  • The visually oriented students used the Music Ace computer program to practice naming treble clef notes.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Maggie's third-grade students practiced treble clef note names at one of three stations.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Whether termed cambiata, tenor, or boy treble, male adolescent voices are in the process of changing.

    Academic text (2003)
  • Many composers have also written for treble voices and obbligato instruments such as flute, violin, or oboe.

    Academic text (2000)
  • In the choir, the boy sang the treble part beautifully, showcasing his high vocal range.

Synonyms

soprano
vstreble
68 3.7

The highest singing voice or choir part, usually sung by a woman and sometimes by a boy before puberty

is the broader highest singing range including children and that voice
canto
vstreble
  • Specialized
8.2

The highest singing part in a choir, often the main melody

is the singing range or voice itself rather than a musical part

Compounds

1 9.5

Money a court gives that is three times a person's loss

treble clef
  • Specialized
1 6.0

A symbol at the start of written music that shows the second line is the G above middle C

treble staff
  • Specialized
7.4

Five lines that show musical notes above middle C, used for violin or right-hand piano

A medium-sized wind instrument like a flute that plays notes between the tenor and soprano used in groups

How High

treble
  • Specialized
9 6.5
soprano
5.3
alto
5.4
tenor
5.1
baritone
22 4.5
bass
1 4.1

Surface Forms

treble singular
trebles plural

Etymology

Treble The noun treble for the highest singing range comes from the same 'three' root and named the top or 'third' voice in older choirs. So a treble is the singer who sings the highest part.