This week for Choral and Voice Methods, we are reading "Sing! A Teacher's Guide" by Doreen Rao. This article brings about the following questions and comments for me.
Questions:
1) Is it common that the top of the speaking voice range is the same as the singing voice range? The diagram has it that way, but that just may be that particular person. Is it normal for them to be around the same note? Or is it truly person specific?
2) The article also has "Rules for the letter R", but it doesn't really give any suggestions to it. I assume this is case by case specific, but what are some of the general rules for working with that letter? I know it is notorious for being brutal to sing.
Comments:
1) One of the Objectives of singing is to have the students sing in class for their peers. I think it is very important to have them start early with this. When students are very young, they are not as self conscious of their voices, and are more willing to begin the performance process. Whereas those who are older have had bad experiences and they are not as willing. I think it's best to start them early with performing.
2) I also really agree with the connection between composition and what is comfortable for the singer themselves. It's very common for people to expect a certain range from a singer, but if writing for that singer specifically, why not cater to their preferences and abilities. If it's for a general purpose, that's different, but when writing for a specific person, I really think it's good to check with that person to make sure they are comfortable with what you write. This goes for instrumentalists as well.
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