Sångare

Sångare is the Swedish noun for a person who sings. The term is used for both male and neutral reference in contemporary Swedish, while the feminine form is sångerska. The word is formed from sång (song) with the agent suffix -are, a common pattern in Swedish for occupational nouns.

In music, a sångare can be a professional or amateur performer who uses the voice as an instrument. They may perform as soloists or as part of ensembles, and work in a variety of settings including concerts, concerts halls, clubs, studios, and on recordings. Singers can specialize across genres such as classical, pop, rock, folk, jazz, and musical theatre, and may pursue careers in live performance, recording, or teaching.

Voice production involves coordinated breath support, phonation, resonance, and articulation. Training often emphasizes pitch accuracy, vocal range, tone quality, and health, along with performance skills and interpretation. Common vocal categories include ranges such as sopran (soprano), alt (alto), tenor, and bas (bass), with many singers also identifying as mezzo-sopran or baritone. Techniques and training vary by genre; classically trained singers may study at conservatories, while popular music singers may train through private lessons and practice.

Culturally, singing plays a significant role in many Swedish and international musical traditions, from choral and folk singing to contemporary genres. The profession intersects with education, media, and the entertainment industry, influencing how singers develop, present, and monetize their work.