Unit 1 · Speak it, then sing it
Say it, then sing it
Speak a line in rhythm as the character would, then sing the same words on the notes, keeping it sounding like you talking. A Gilbert and Sullivan start.
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What it teaches
In a show, a song is the moment speaking isn't enough. Buttercup is selling her wares to a ship full of sailors: say her line, then sing it.
Say it. In rhythm, as you'd tell it
Sing it. The same words, now on the notes
Easy does it. Medium volume, the middle of your voice; never push to be heard. Stop if anything tightens, scratches or hurts.
What you sing
- Speak the line in rhythm, the words in front of you. No notes yet: just say it as Buttercup would.
- Now sing it over the chords. Keep it sounding like you talking.
Singing safely
Medium volume, the middle of your voice; never push to be heard. Bright is not belt. First steps to belting is the first step; full belt is for later, with a teacher. Stop if anything tightens, scratches or hurts.
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- 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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