contralto
20 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making contralto. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole contralto guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making contralto?
Kathleen Ferrier, Nathalie Stutzmann, Sara Mingardo, Ewa Podles, Marie-Nicole Lemieux, and Maureen Forrester are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/contralto/girls lists 20, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making contralto?
Further out, try Marcia Griffiths, Karen Young, Patti Austin, and Doris Troy.
Where should I start with contralto?
Start with Dusty Springfield, then work your way out a level at a time.
where does your own listening sit? map your taste ✦
artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-23
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