Exploring Classical Human Voices

What is the vocal range of a bass singer?

• E2 to E4

• D3 to D5

• C2 to C4

• A1 to A3

Name a famous bass singer known for opera.

• Dmitri Hvorostovsky

• Placido Domingo

• Andrea Bocelli

• Luciano Pavarotti

What is the typical vocal range of a soprano?

• D4 to D6

• A3 to A5

• B4 to B5

• C4 to C6

List one famous soprano and a piece they are known for.

• Anna Netrebko - 'O mio babbino caro'

• Renée Fleming - 'The Queen of the Night' aria from 'The Magic Flute'

• Maria Callas - 'Casta Diva'

• Lucia di Lammermoor - 'Il dolce suono'

What is the difference between a tenor and a bass?

• Basses are typically younger than tenors.

• Tenors and basses are the same vocal type.

• Tenors sing in a lower range than basses.

• The difference between a tenor and a bass is their vocal range, with tenors having a higher range and basses having a lower range.

Which vocal range is higher: alto or soprano?

• Baritone

• Soprano

• Bass

• Tenor

Name a famous piece of music written for soprano.

• Ode to Joy by Ludwig van Beethoven

• Ave Maria by Franz Schubert

• The Magic Flute by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• Nessun Dorma by Giacomo Puccini

What role does a bass singer typically play in an opera?

• A bass singer usually portrays low male characters, providing depth and authority in operatic performances.

• A bass singer often portrays comedic characters with high-pitched voices.

• A bass singer is usually responsible for the orchestral music in an opera.

• A bass singer typically plays the role of a lead soprano character.

Identify a famous tenor and one of their notable performances.

• Jonas Kaufmann, 'Ave Maria' from a Christmas concert.

• Andrea Bocelli, 'La donna è mobile' from Rigoletto.

• Luciano Pavarotti, 'Nessun dorma' from Turandot.

• Placido Domingo, 'O sole mio' from various performances.

What are the characteristics of a soprano's voice?

• A soprano's voice is low-pitched and heavy.

• A soprano's voice is deep and resonant.

• A soprano's voice is monotone and lacks projection.

• A soprano's voice is high-pitched, bright, agile, and capable of projecting and sustaining notes.