(MF) Voices and Instruments Lesson

Voices and Instruments Lesson

Voices

Singing is the act of producing musical sounds with the voice and augments regular speech by the use of both tonality and rhythm. One who sings is called a singer or vocalist. Singers perform music known as songs that can be sung either with or without accompaniment by musical instruments. Singing is often done in a group with other musicians, such as in a choir of singers with different voice ranges, or in an ensemble with instrumentalists, such as a rock group or baroque ensemble. As in many respects human song is a form of sustained speech, nearly anyone able to speak can also sing. Singing can be formal or informal, arranged or improvised. It may be done for pleasure, comfort, ritual, education, or profit. Excellence in singing may require time, dedication, instruction, and regular practice. Professional singers usually build their careers around one specific musical genre, such as classical or rock. They typically take voice training provided by voice teachers or vocal coaches throughout their careers.

 

The basic four-part voice classifications are:

Soprano (highest female voice) & Alto (lowest female voice) Women

Tenor (highest man's voice) and Bass (lowest man's voice) Men

All four voices together would be known as an SATB chorus. Listed highest (soprano) to lowest, (bass).

 

 

 

Musical Instruments

 

Now it's time to test your knowledge! Sort the instruments by type. 

 

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