Discover Your Voice: Chapter 14
Emily Cottam
Chapter Summary: In choral singing, the sound produced by a group changes with the cycling out of individuals. Auditioning voices to obtain a desirable sound is normal, but keep in mind what is best for each individual. Be sure to warm up the choir for at least 10-15 minutes before rehearsal and encourage that the singers don’t force their sound; competing with the sounds of other singers can be damaging to the voice. Work on articulation, rhythms, and pitches before singing through a song. Experiment with different standing arrangements to achieve maximum blend. Encourage the singers to vocalize on days there isn’t rehearsal. For intonation, be sure to make sure pitches don’t drop, especially for the 3rd, 6th, and 7th intervals.
Key Concepts: Although choral singing involves groups of people, it’s important to address the individual needs of every singer--blending is required for good choral singing, but healthy technique that one would normally use in solo singing can still be beneficial to chorus singers.
Key Terms: equal temperament, just intonation, Pythagorean/well-tempered tuning.
Making Connections: One thing that I didn’t fully grasp in high school was that it was okay to sing and not be able to hear yourself. Because of this, I would often leave rehearsals with a hoarse/tired voice from competing with the singers around me. Now, I’m practicing discipline to not over sing when I’m in choir and maintain healthy vocal technique.
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