Sing Flashcards

Sing (27 cards)

1
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What is the primary purpose of singing?

A

To express emotions, convey messages, and entertain.

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True or False: Singing can only be done in a formal setting.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: The part of the voice used for singing is called the _______.

A

vocal cords

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4
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What are the four main vocal registers?

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Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass

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5
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a technique to improve vocal quality? A) Yawning, B) Humming, C) Whispering

A

B) Humming

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6
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What is the term for the speed of a song?

A

Tempo

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True or False: Breathing techniques are not important for singing.

A

False

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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the highest female singing voice.

A

soprano

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9
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What is vibrato in singing?

A

A slight variation in pitch that adds warmth and expression.

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10
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Multiple Choice: Which element affects the emotional delivery of a song? A) Dynamics, B) Rhythm, C) Both A and B

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C) Both A and B

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What is the purpose of vocal warm-ups?

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To prepare the voice for singing and prevent strain.

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True or False: Only trained singers can perform well.

A

False

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13
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the lowest male singing voice.

A

bass

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14
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What does ‘pitch’ refer to in singing?

A

The highness or lowness of a sound.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following techniques can help with pitch control? A) Breath support, B) Tongue twisters, C) Both A and B

A

C) Both A and B

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16
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What is the term for the pattern of beats in music?

17
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True or False: Singing in harmony involves singing the same notes together.

18
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Fill in the blank: A song’s _______ is the main melody that is repeated.

19
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What is a ‘scale’ in music?

A

A series of notes in ascending or descending order.

20
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Multiple Choice: What is the primary difference between a major and minor scale? A) The number of notes, B) The intervals between notes, C) The tempo

A

B) The intervals between notes

21
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What is ‘dynamics’ in music?

A

The volume of sound, ranging from soft to loud.

22
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True or False: Singing can have positive effects on mental health.

23
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is a common form of vocal improvisation in jazz singing.

24
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What is the role of a vocal coach?

A

To help singers improve their technique and performance.

25
Multiple Choice: Which genre of music typically emphasizes vocal harmonies? A) Classical, B) Rock, C) Country
A) Classical
26
What is the importance of lyrics in a song?
They convey the song's message and emotions.
27
True or False: All singers need to read music to perform.
False