The range of female voice between the highest (soprano) and lowest (contralto).
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            (It.: "middle soprano"). A female voice or voice part intermediate in compass between soprano and contralto.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            A voice slightly lower than a soprano, with a "darker" tone quality.