Test your vocal technique knowledge

1: There is a lot of talk about the importance of diaphragmatic breathing when we are singing. So can we control our diaphragm?

yes, we have full control over the movement of the diaphragm.

no, we can only control the surrounding muscles.

2: 2. As we inhale the diaphragm moves in which direction?

up

down

3: What vocal register do we use when we are speaking?

head

chest

mouth

4: How many vocal registers do we have?

4/5

3

2

1

5: Which of these is not a voice type?

Altobass

Contralto/alto

Bass

Soprano

Mezzosoprano

Tenor

Baritone

6: What are more important when singing Vowels or Consonants?

consonants

vowels

7: If my larynx moves a little when I am singing is it a sign of bad technique?

yes, it should always be held in the same position and never move.

8. no, it will naturally move up and down, but must remain relaxed and neutral.

8: I cant sing in tune so its very likely that I'm tone deaf.

true amusia(tone deafness) – is a musical disorder which apparently affects 50% of the population.

false amusia(tone deafness) – is a musical disorder which apparently affects 4% of the population.

9: Passaggio is

A style where the rhythm--and often the pitch--of the tune are usually observed, but the "singing" sounds more like the speaking voice than the singing voice

A type of sheet music that contains only the lyrics, the melody line, and chords

a term used in classical singing to describe the transition area between the vocal registers.

The sudden change in tone between the head and chest voice, caused by vocal tension.

10: It is important when singing to take a

shallow breath

deep breath