vibrato
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- noun
- /vəˈbrɑːtoʊ/
- Specialized
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vibrato
- On his earliest recordings, he sings with fussy, mannered diction and a monotonously unvaried vibrato that betrays his immaturity.
- diaphragmatic vibrato
- Lip vibrato
- jaw vibrato
I'm also humming when I whistle with vibrato.
- I'm also humming when I whistle with vibrato.
- But like not even knowing what vibrato or bending was like.
- Jeez, take it easy, Mariah Carey with all these terms, vibrato, take it easy.
- And, and his tone was so heavy, and his touch and his vibrato and, of course, he's really loud.
Examples
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The performer must be able to control the rate of vibrato at all times.
Academic text (1994) -
The violinist used a steady vibrato to enhance the emotional impact of the piece.
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I think you should add some vibrato there.
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There are a number of problems associated with teaching vibrato in the public schools.
Academic text (1994) -
In addition, your students will want to use vibrato all of the time.
Academic text (1994) -
Recognizing good woodwind vibrato and teaching it are necessary skills for a band teacher.
Academic text (1994) -
Students should be encouraged to practice vibrato in a controlled manner under preset conditions.
Academic text (1994) -
Several singers experienced an onset or development of vibrato between interviews and considered this a desirable vocal characteristic.
Academic text (2015) -
Since the flutists, oboists, and bassoonists generally use a diaphragmatic/abdominal vibrato, they can be in one group.
Academic text (1994) -
During her performance, the singer showcased beautiful vibrato that captivated the audience.
Synonyms
A shaking sound in a singer's voice that makes notes sound unsteady
Antonyms
How Pronounced
- Specialized
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Surface Forms
Etymology
Vibrato comes from Italian and the old root vibrare, which means 'to shake' or 'to tremble'. Think of the English word vibrate: vibrato is a small, fast 'shaking' of the pitch in singing or playing, so it makes the sound warm and moving.