VOCAL SOUND AND SINGING C1 5

It is the quality that distinguishes one voice to another. It makes each person's voice unique.

• Pitch

• Timbre

• Volume

What is the secret to great singing?

• Controlling the vocal cords only

• Singing as loudly as possible

• Understanding how to use the whole body effectively

• Holding your breath while singing

What does timbre describe?

• The loudness of a sound

• The quality of sound

• The speed of singing

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of timbre?

• Smoothness

• Thickness

• Loudness

• Lowness

What should you do when inhaling for proper breathing when singing?

• Inhale through the mouth

• Inhale through the nose

• Exhale through the nose

• Hold your breath before singing

Which of the following is NOT a correct

standing posture for singing?

• Feet together on the floor

• Hands on your sides

• Chin tucked into the chest

• Chin tucked into the chest

Which of the following is NOT a correct

standing posture for singing?

• Feet together on the floor

• Hands on your sides

• Chin tucked into the chest

• Chin tucked into the chest

Where should your hands be when sitting properly for singing?

• On your lap

• On your knees

• Raised above your head

It is known as the higher female register, high, brilliant, and light voice.

• Alto

• Bass

• Soprano

• Tenor

It is the higher male register, brilliant, and light voice.

• Alto

• Bass

• Soprano

• Tenor