One aspect of barbershop that I've really begun to appreciate is "handing off" the melody line to another voice part. Many great quartets do it SO well -...
Tom, I would love to hear that. Can you send me mp3 file? "..."Do you hear what I hear" arr. by Jay G. is a great example - listen to ... -- Alexander...
Might be a day or two - but I'll do it! Tom ... From: "Alexander Boltenko" <aboltenko@...> To: <BBSBasses@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Thursday, December 01,...
Hi all, I've been a Barbershopper for all of about 24 hours! I did a bit in high school, but not much besides that. I've been avoiding joining the local BHS...
Breathing and breath support are rather complicated. There is lots of information on the Society's web site, but finding it can be a challenge. To get the...
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A couple of tips I've learned on another vocal list (not bbs) is blowing up a couple of balloons each day. Another thing they've mentioned in terms of the...
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... in ... their ... goes. ... when ... Kevin: One of the best ways I have found to strengthen your voice and build proper breathing is to use the Paul Mayo...
Hi All, I need to know the exact voice range for Basses. Can you please throw some light in this area ?? Hope all of you had a wonderful time during Christmas...
Easy range - Middle C down to Ab or G For more experienced basses - Eb to Eb (two octaves) Depending on an individual's range - whatever he's capable of with...
Edwin, I assume you are asking just the gentleman on this list? ;o) Laura ... From: BBSBasses@yahoogroups.com [mailto:BBSBasses@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of...
I am joining you because I have been disappointed with the lack of emails. I guess that one reason may be the respect for some of the very experienced people...
Looks like you are subscribed, Chadd. Welcome, even though we aren't too busy at the moment. But feel free to jump in with a comment or question! -- Tom...
Central Oregon Showcase Chorus seeks a talented and motivated Director for a 30 member chorus of dedicated, enthusiastic, vibrant women. We are located in the...
I have only recently joined this group and have been reading some of the earlier messages and I guess I'm supposted to introduce myself. Perhaps I have the...
... Welcome aboard. We bassitones all need to learn (and then remember "in the heat of battle") not to force the low ones. Just let them float and add what ...
Bill, I have a 91-y/o Bari and a 90-y/o Bass in my chorus. Their voices aren't those of a 24- y/o; one uses a cane to help steady himself; but they are both at...
As a voice teacher I have taught some "older" guys and some downright elderly guys. My oldest voice student was 81 or so, but he was a retired physician and...
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Bravo Jon! It's the old "pyramid balance" thing (I think the ladies refer to it as a "cone") - and it applies to ALL voice parts. It the way you balance...
Hello, Dan Jett here. I'm new to the forum, and new to barbershop bass. But even more pointedly, I'm new to singing of any kind - a Vocal Virgin at age 54!...
In a message dated 6/2/2006 7:01:21 PM Eastern Daylight Time, DanJett@... ... Dan, I started singing barbershop at about the same age, also in a mixed ...
I would like to know everyones' favorite excercises for creating resonant and powerful low tones. Excercise that have proven to be effective. Unfortunately,...
1) Any exercise that keeps the vocal mechanism open (not tight) has got to help. Open vowels (Ah, Oh...) are easier to sing low, and maybe you need to "cheat"...
Tom Emmert wrote: "1) Any exercise that keeps the vocal mechanism open (not tight) has got to help. Open vowels (Ah, Oh...) are easier to sing low, and maybe...
Might I also suggest that as you go down in your range, you place the tone more forward. The tendency for most basses is to move the tone deeper down into the...
Hi y'all (we're living in Texas again, so you have to say "y'all" a lot): I've been using as a word picture a ski jump"ramp," I guess they call it, as seen...
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Hey Brian Welcome home ya'll...are you back in the DFW area?? Melinda Miller Bass Section Leader Lone Star Chorus Fort Worth, TX Hi y'all (we're living in...
In a message dated 6/18/2006 7:50:13 AM Mountain Standard Time, jon_wagner1@... writes: Another tip: don't strain your vocal chords. On the very low...
