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Legato

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A smooth and connected style of singing where notes are seamlessly transitioned from one to another with no discernable breaks, often associated with a flowing and lyrical musical line.

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Diaphragmatic Breathing

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Technique focuses on engaging the diaphragm for breathing rather than the chest, allowing for more controlled and sustained vocal performance. It provides better support for the voice and is fundamental for all singers.

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Belting

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A powerful singing technique that uses chest voice to project a loud and clear tone, often used in theatrical music. It must be done with proper technique to avoid straining the voice.

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Falsetto

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A vocal register that occupies the frequency range above the modal voice register and overlapped by the lower part of the whistle register, sounds breathy and flute-like, often used to reach higher notes that are not achievable with chest voice alone.

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Vibrato

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A slight variation in pitch that adds warmth and emotion to the voice. It is achieved by oscillating the pitch of the note naturally as a result of proper breath support and vocal fold closure.

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Vocal Warm-Ups

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A series of exercises that prepare the vocal cords for singing. These include humming, scales, and lip trills which help increase blood flow, reduce the risk of vocal strain, and improve tone quality.

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Melisma

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The singing of a single syllable of text while moving between several different notes in succession. Commonly found in gospel, R&B, and classical music, it showcases a singer's vocal flexibility.

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Yodeling

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A form of singing that involves rapid and repeated changes of pitch between the low-pitch chest register and the high-pitch head register, often associated with traditional Alpine music.

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Messadivoce

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Refers to the gradual crescendo and decrescendo on a single sustained note, demonstrating control over dynamics and breath. It translates from Italian as 'placing the voice'.

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Appoggiatura

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An embellishment note that precedes an essential note of a melody, usually approached by leap and resolved by stepwise motion. It creates tension that resolves to a main note, adding emotional impact to the performance.

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Head Voice

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The vocal register used for higher pitches, produced by thinner, stretched vocal cords; it has a lighter, more resonant quality compared to chest voice and is essential for high notes.

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Coloratura

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A style of singing characterized by elaborate ornamentation and fast-moving passages. It requires a high level of agility and precision in vocal technique, often found in operatic and classical music.

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Trill

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A rapid alternation between two adjacent notes, often used to add expression or embellishment in both classical and contemporary singing styles.

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Portamento

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A smooth gliding from one note to another, with an audible slide in pitch. It's used to connect notes in a way that enhances musicality and expression.

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Staccato

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A technique where notes are sung with a short, detached approach, creating a sharp, punchy effect. It emphasizes rhythm and clarity in music pieces, often used to convey excitement or precision.

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Sostenuto

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A technique of sustaining or holding a note or tone with consistent quality throughout its duration, often utilized to convey emotion and showcase vocal power and control.

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Chest Voice

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The vocal register used for lower pitches, produced by thicker vocal folds and typically associated with a warm, rich sound. Used for speaking and lower singing notes.

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Mix Voice

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A blend of chest and head voice which creates a balanced, intermediate sound. It allows for a smooth transition across the vocal range without noticeable breaks.

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Passaggio

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Refers to the transitional area between vocal registers. The technique of navigating through these transitions smoothly is critical for achieving an even and controlled vocal line.

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Twang

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A technique that adds a bright, sharp quality to the voice by altering the shape of the resonating cavities, often used in country and rock music for a more piercing sound.

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