“Zwischenfach” voice with fine characterization ability.
A product of German theater tradition. It is large with plenty of of metal and capable of clear declamation.
The Charaktertenor must have the acting ability of a Spieltenor and often the cutting power of the Heldentenor.
photo courtesy of The Loren L. Zachary Society (taken during the 2004 Loren L. Zachary National Vocal Competition)