Etymology
The word "alto" is derived from the Italian word "alto," meaning "high."
Meaning
In music, an alto is:
Origin
The word "alto" was first used in the 16th century to describe a male singer with a high vocal range. By the 18th century, it was also used to refer to female singers with similar ranges.
The use of the term "alto" to describe a musical instrument came later, in the 19th century.
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