Major vs. Minor
What major solfege syllables change in Minor?
Mi, La, and Ti change
What muscles do you use to take a singer's breath?
Your core and diaphragm! Use those abs :)
What is the musical term that means soft?
Piano
In 4/4 time, what type of note gets 1 beat?
Quarter Note
When you speak normally on a daily basis, are you using chest voice or head voice?
Chest Voice!
Which type of key is often used for movie or musical villain songs?
Minor keys!
What are three main aspects of good singer's posture?
Tall, straight back
Chin Neutral and forward
Chest Tall and Lifted
Straight, tall neck
Feet shoulders' width apart
Hands / Arms relaxed by your sides
What is the musical term that means loud?
Forte
How many beats are there per measure in 3/4 time?
3 beats per measure
Sadness, Heartbreak, Anger, Seriousness, Spookiness, Mysteriousness, Fear, Loneliness, Emptiness, etc. Usually portrays a negative emotion.
What are the five pure vowel sounds?
Ee, eh, ah, oh, oo
Rit. or Ritardando
How many eighth notes total can you fit in one measure of 4/4 time?
8 total eighth notes per measure of 4/4 time
They are LOWERED a half step to Me, Le, and Te.
What is one reason you should relax your jaw when you sing?
Release unhealthy tension
Blend your sound better with the choir
Taller vowels
More space in your mouth
Helps you match pitch better
Helps you to sing high notes better too!
What is the musical term that means to adjusting your voice to mix with the rest of the choir?
Blending!
What is the word that means where a singer feels their resonance or vibrations?
Vocal Placement