Comprimario

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A Comprimario is a supporting role in an opera or singing. Derived from the Italian "con primario", or "with the primary", the term refers to a performer who sings small role pieces.

Many singers began their careers as comprimario singers; some have made a career out of singing such parts. Among these latter are singers such as Anthony Laciura and Charles Anthony of the Metropolitan Opera.

Opera Terms
Aria • Arioso • Bel canto • Cabaletta • Castrato • Coloratura • Comprimario • Convenienze • Da capo • Diva • Intermezzo • Leitmotif • Libretto • Melodramma • Prima donna • Recitative • Regietheater • Sprechgesang

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