Vocalise: Singing Without Words

Abstract

Vocalises are songs that are sung on no words or nonsense syllables, sometimes applied as special effects in a song, used as a vocal exercise or for emotionally or spiritually focused music. Through vocables, dynamics, tempo and technique, a vocalise can provide quality entertainment, practical application and benefits to the skill set and condition of a singer's voice.

Description

Thesis completed in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Alfred University Honors Program.

Keywords

Honors thesis, Vocal singing

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