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Chapter Two

Singing and musical instruments
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introduction

Singing can involve voice only or a combination of voice and

sound of musical instruments. In this chapter, you will learn
how to sing in two-part harmony considering correct diction and
tone. Likewise, you will learn to sing accompanied by musical
instruments. The competencies developed will enable you to
sing different songs skilfully.

Think

Singing in two-part harmony

Singing with correct diction

Learning correct diction is necessary for a good singer. A singer
should consider the correct diction to convey the intended message.
Important issues to consider for correct diction during singing include:

(a) Opening the mouth properly while singing. Proper mouth
opening helps in the correct diction of vowels and consonants.
Therefore, a singer should pronounce words correctly to
ensure the audience understands them;

(b) Breathing correctly while singing. A singer should inhale slowly
and deeply, then exhale in a controlled manner to manage
airflow. This helps to avoid a shortage of breath while singing;

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