heldentenor Definition
a tenor with a powerful voice, especially in Wagnerian roles.
Using heldentenor: Examples
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Example
He is known for his performances as a heldentenor in Wagner's operas.
Example
The role of Siegfried requires a heldentenor voice.
Origins of heldentenor
from German 'helden' meaning 'heroic' and 'tenor'
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Summary: heldentenor in Brief
A 'heldentenor' [ˈhɛldənˌtɛnɔː] is a tenor with a powerful voice, particularly suited to perform in Wagnerian roles. It is a formal term used in the context of opera and classical music.
