Quiz Chapter Two

Group VocalTechnique
Quiz 2 - January 24, 2007

1. [T or F] Instructors who adhere to bendable methods are fair to aspiring singers. [10]

2. One can only be free if the essential _________ of one’s art has been completely mastered. A. Vowel Homogeneity B. Technique C. Placement D. Support [10]

3. What should be taught before breathing? A. Costal Expansion B. Tongue Relaxation C. Diaphragmatic pushes D. The vocal/technical development of teaching bel canto singing with rap music E. Posture [12]

4. [T or F] Group Vocal technique rarely requires constant reinforcement of previously taught concepts. [12]

5. [T or F] Since the amateur singer already loves singing,
exaggerating everything for the amateur singer is unnecessary. [14]

6. Using professional vocabulary for the amateur: A. Must be avoided B. Is a great tool in reinforcing your technical expertise for you choir C. Is very cool for learning new “lingo” D. Needn’t be avoided [14]

7. [T or F] The conductor who has studied voice privately must understand that the fundamentals of private and group vocal training are basically the same. [14]

8-10. Did you read GVT chapter two completely for today’s class?

Bonus: Anne was the first name of the writer of the hymn, “Dear Refuge of My Weary Soul.” What was her last name? A. Getyourgun B. Bradstreet C. Steele D. Davenport