Singers & Vocalist Broadway and Musical Theater Vocalists

Question 1

Which iconic Broadway musical features the vocal showcase song 'Defying Gravity'?

Accepted Answer

Wicked

Answer

Hamilton

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Les Misérables

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The Phantom of the Opera

Question 2

What vocal technique is most distinctive in Broadway 'belt' singing?

Accepted Answer

Projecting chest voice resonance into higher pitches without switching to head voice

Answer

Singing in pure falsetto throughout

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Using only classical bel canto technique

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Singing pianissimo (very softly) at all times

Question 3

Who is known as 'The Queen of Broadway' and starred in Gypsy, Funny Girl, and other landmark musicals?

Accepted Answer

Ethel Merman

Answer

Mary Martin

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Julie Andrews

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Bernadette Peters

Question 4

In musical theater, what does 'legit' singing refer to?

Accepted Answer

A classical, operatic-influenced vocal production style used in traditional Broadway musicals

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Singing original songs rather than covers

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Singing without any amplification

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Songs that have been legally licensed for performance

Question 5

Which vocal range is most commonly required for leading female roles in traditional Broadway musicals?

Accepted Answer

Soprano (often C4 to C6 range)

Answer

Deep contralto

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Bass-baritone

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Basso profundo

Question 6

Idina Menzel is best known on Broadway for originating which role in 'Wicked'?

Accepted Answer

Elphaba the Wicked Witch

Answer

Glinda the Good Witch

Answer

Nessa Rose

Answer

Madame Morrible