What is another word for coloratura?
Pronunciation: [kˈʌləɹˌat͡ʃəɹə] (IPA) 
Coloratura, which is derived from the Italian word "colore", meaning tone or color, refers to the intricate and ornamental vocal music used in operatic performances. Some synonyms for coloratura include embellishment, trill, ornamentation, and cadenza. Embellishment refers to the added notes used to decorate a melody, while trills are rapid alterations between two adjacent notes. Ornamentation refers to the intricate musical passages used to decorate a melody, and cadenzas are showy solo segments performed by a vocalist. Other terms used to describe coloratura include runs, turns, and flourishes. Regardless of the term, coloratura is a key component of operatic performances and adds extra complexity to the vocal performances.
