Understanding Vocal Cords and Singing

What is the primary mystery for many students learning to sing?

• Finding the right music teacher

• The workings of their voice

• Choosing the correct song to sing

• Understanding the music notes

What tool is used to examine vocal cords through the nose?

• Rigid scope

• Stethoscope

• Microscope

• Flexible scope

How do vocal cords appear when viewed with a scope?

• Horizontal

• Vertical

• Diagonal

• Circular

Where are the vocal cords located in the body?

• Bottom of the neck

• Inside the chest

• Top of the neck

• Middle of the neck

What changes occur in vocal cords from birth to age 20?

• They remain the same length

• They disappear

• They become shorter

• They become longer

How can women locate their Adam's Apple?

• By gently pushing on their neck

• It is not possible for women to locate it

• By singing

• By coughing

What happens to vocal cords when we breathe?

• They do not move

• They open

• They vibrate intensely

• They close tightly

What is the purpose of the epiglottis?

• To vibrate and create music tones

• To aid in breathing

• To produce sound

• To close over the vocal cords when swallowing

What is not a vocal type mentioned in the video?

• Bass

• Tenor

• Soprano

• Light chest/no chest

What does identifying your vocal type help with?

• Improving your singing voice

• Breathing techniques

• Choosing musical instruments

• Learning languages