A capella Singing Flashcards
1
Q
what does a Capella mean?
A
no accompaniment
2
Q
where did it originate?
A
africa, choirs formed to identify tribes
3
Q
name a composer
A
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
4
Q
what is important to do with vocals in a capella?
A
close harmonies to create a homophonic texture
5
Q
what often occurs?
A
call and response, a soloist leads, syncopation, rhythmic complexity
