Vocal Tuning Vocal Techniques 3

Question 1

What does 'legato' mean in vocal technique?

Accepted Answer

A smooth, connected style of singing without breaks between notes

Answer

Legato means singing notes in a smooth, flowing, connected manner with minimal interruption of sound between pitches.

Question 2

What is 'vocal fry' register?

Accepted Answer

The lowest register characterized by a creaky, crackling tone produced at very low frequency

Answer

Vocal fry is the lowest vocal register, produced by loose, irregular vibration of the vocal folds, creating a creaky, popping sound.

Question 3

Which technique involves deliberately sliding through pitches between two notes?

Accepted Answer

Glissando (portamento)

Answer

A glissando or portamento is a continuous slide through all pitches between two notes, used expressively in many singing styles.

Question 4

What is 'appoggio' in classical singing technique?

Accepted Answer

A support system balancing breath pressure against vocal fold resistance for sustained tone

Answer

Appoggio is an Italian term for the balanced 'leaning' support where breath pressure and laryngeal resistance are in dynamic equilibrium, enabling sustained, even tone.

Question 5

What does 'diction' refer to in vocal performance?

Accepted Answer

The clarity and precision of consonants and vowels in text delivery

Answer

Diction in singing refers to the clarity of pronunciation, including the shaping of vowels and articulation of consonants so the text is understood.

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Vocal Tuning Vocal Techniques 3