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Unit 1 · A part above

A part above

Sing the simplest harmony, a third above the tune, going one note higher where it clashes with the chord, while the guide sings the melody. Free to try.

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What it teaches

The simplest harmony: sing two scale notes above the tune, a third. Where that clashes with the chord, go one note higher.

Hear it first. One line, the tune and the part above together

Above a loud tune, go lighter. Never louder; stop if anything tightens or hurts

Best with headphones. You'll hear the tune as you sing

What you sing

  1. First sing the tune itself, once through, so it's yours.
  2. Now hold the harmony on the long notes while the tune moves. Hear the chord ring.
  3. Now the part above, the whole verse, every note lit, while the guide sings the tune.

Singing safely

Sing at an easy volume, in the middle of your range. Stop if anything tightens, scratches or hurts, and rest your voice.

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Stackapella recording the alto part of Amazing Grace: each note is a bar with its name, and the one being sung says A little low, go up. Stackapella recording the alto part of Amazing Grace: each note is a bar with its name, and the one being sung says A little low, go up. Stackapella recording the alto part of Amazing Grace: each note is a bar with its name, and the one being sung says A little low, go up. Stackapella recording the alto part of Amazing Grace: each note is a bar with its name, and the one being sung says A little low, go up.
  • A guide sings your partHear your line over the others, slow it down, then take your turn.
  • Your notes light upEach note shows where you landed, and a hint when to go up or down.
  • Record every part yourselfStack your takes in time until you're the whole choir.
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