voice part

noun

, Music.

1. the melody or succession of tones for one of the voices or instruments in a harmonic or concerted composition.

voice part

noun

1. a melodic line written for the voice

Word History and Origins

Origin of voice part¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

None is more sumptuous than “Solomon” — most of its choruses are scored for eight voice parts, versus the standard four — but on Sunday, Bicket emphasized intimacy, delicacy and restraint.

From New York Times

We got together, we had coffee, and I think he was very interested in the new game, almost kind of wondering whether maybe he could have a voice part in it.

From The Verge

The Giant does not appear on stage, and the voice part is usually prerecorded.

From Seattle Times

After a playing small voice part in the animated feature “Rio 2,” Monáe yearned for a role in a big-budget fantasy feature.

From New York Times

Buford Church of God’s video on Easter allowed choir singers to record their voice parts from wherever they wanted.

From Washington Times