Interesting Instrument: Hang Drum
Technically, players don't like them to be called "drums". They are similar in principle to steel pans used in calypso music. Quite a unique and captivating sound. Notice how strong the sound can be with even the most gentle touch.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Listening Log: "Seisouso" from Quidam
This week, we listened to a tune from Cirque du Soleil's show "Quidam". Here's the official trailer for the show, which happens to be my favorite of all the Cirque shows.
Mongolian Throat Singing
Sorry MSers, I thought I had uploaded these last week! Our final clips celebrating the
"Amazing Human Voice" are of the phenomenon of throat singing. There are a few styles, including those that use overtones (my favorite). If you want a completely different approach from the typical Mongolian/Tuvan/Chinese/ Siberian style, check out the Inuit Indian style of throat singing. So different from what our western ears expect, but amazing!
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Counter Tenors: Two Completely Different Styles
We are discussing various voice classifications. Countertenor is a male voice that utilizes the range of a typical soprano. Some countertenors employ a highly developed falsetto (Nick Pitera below), while others have the purity and range of a true soprano (Greg Pritchard above). Kind of interesting, huh? **Thanks to Rylie for introducing me to Nick Pitera!
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Fab Friday Clips 9/23 Bobby McFerrin
Indeed: an amazing human voice! Be sure to listen closely at around 2'12" as he vocalizes 2 separate sounds--harmonizes with himself!
Saturday, September 17, 2011
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