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A. Listen and answer the following questions. Note taking

1. What is the main idea of this passage? Topic :

classifications for singers based on range and gender

the most popular performer of thousands of musical
ballads Main idea :

how to prevent boys from changing their voices
common classifications for the female voices

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2. What is the classification for male singers who were 1 Major point :
castrated as boys to prevent their voices from
changing?

coloratura
Details :
castratos

contraltos
soubrette

3. Which of the following is contralto characterized by?

having a deep, rich, and warm tone
2 Major point :
nd
being the lowest female voice
giving an impression of great seriousness

all of the above
Details :
4. Which vocal classification is characterized by having
a thrilling, young, and manly tone?

bass

tenor
heldentenor
3 Major point :
rd
bass-baritone
B. Check True or False.

1. Bass is the lowest male voice with its low Details :

and thunderous effect.

2. Contralto is called alto in chorus music.

3. There are more categories for female

voices.

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