Choir Study Guide Flashcards

1
Q

What are the four common dynamic levels?

A

F - mf - mp - p

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1
Q

What is the purpose of the key signature?

A

To find do

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2
Q

What does an arranger do?

A

Arranges an existing composition

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3
Q

Who composes a folk song?

A

Traditionally folk songs are passed down by rote

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4
Q

What solfege syllable is a third interval above “do”?

A

Mi

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5
Q

What solfege syllable is a third interval below “do”?

A

La

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6
Q

What solfege syllable is a fifth interval above “la”?

A

Mi

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7
Q

What does a dot add to a note value?

A

It adds half of the value

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8
Q

What is the difference between a tie and a slur?

A

A tie combines note values without changing pitch. A slur marking connects notes of different pitches.

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9
Q

What is the difference between two notes called?

A

An interval

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10
Q

What are four ways the voice works to sing?

A

Breathe in, Breathe out, Vocal folds vibrate, sound resonates

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11
Q

What are three basic steps to maintain a quality choral sound?

A

Stand tall, take full breaths, have a two-finger space between your teeth as you sing

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12
Q

What are some musical skills that higher quality choirs demonstrate?

A

Strong diction, musical phrasing, sustained notes, changing dynamics, appropriate vocal style, choral blend

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13
Q

What is a composer?

A

Someone who creates musical

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14
Q

What are “the different ways you care for the health and function of your voice called”?

A

Vocal Hygiene

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15
Q

What is a treatment for vocal damage that can make a difference?

A

Complete vocal rest

16
Q

What are vocal music skills that beginners can do as well as a professional?

A

Dynamics, diction

17
Q

What are three areas that your vocal sound can resonate?

A

Upper skull cavity, nasal cavity, oral cavity (head space, nose space, mouth space)

18
Q

Full Rest

A

Upside down hat

19
Q

Half Rest

A

Right side up hat

20
Q

What direction does your diaphragm move when you inhale?

A

Downward and out

21
Q

What direction does your diaphragm move when you exhale?

A

Inward and up