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Singing in two-part harmony

Singing in two-part harmony involves two singers or two groups

singing different sounds at the same time. These two voices are sung
together while maintaining harmony. Singing in two-part harmony
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requires great attention and enough skill. Two singers singing in
two-part harmony must work together equally. At this stage, you will

learn the second voice (alto) to master singing in two-part harmony.

The second voice contributes to bringing a harmonious balance

when singing. The second voice is lower than the first voice. When

singing in two-part harmony, the singer must consider correct diction
and tone to make the song attractive to the audience.

Activity 3

(a) Visit any event in your community that involves singing,
or search for recorded events online and identify singing
in two-part harmony;

(b) Choose any song and sing it in the first voice (soprano);
then;

(c) Sing the same song in the second voice (alto)

Importance of singing in two-part harmony

Singing in two-part harmony is an important aspect of singing that
helps improve singing skills. The following are the benefits of singing

in two-part harmony:

(a) Making a song so interesting. When two voices are combined,
they create a more attractive and pleasing sound. This
combination helps convey different emotions like joy or peace;

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