Barber Shop Chronicles: Vocal Transitions with Michael Henry

Michael Henry discusses his role in creating musical transitions for Barbershop Chronicles, focusing on Afrobeat for Lagos and choral traditions for South Africa. He explains the use of contrapuntal and homophonic styles, vocal arrangements, and percussion elements. The video also covers guitar riffs and vocal harmonies, highlighting the differences between Afrobeat and choral music.

What was Michael Henry's role in the Barbershop Chronicles?

• He was the lighting technician.

• He was the stage manager.

• He was the composer and vocal musical director.

• He was the lead actor.

Which musical style was used for the Lagos transition?

• Rock

• Afrobeat

• Classical

• Jazz

What is a key characteristic of contrapuntal music?

• It uses only percussion instruments.

• Parts weave in and out of each other.

• It is always performed a cappella.

• All parts sing the same rhythm.

What type of singing style is used in the South African choral tradition?

• Contrapuntal

• Monophonic

• Homophonic

• Polyphonic

In the Thina Sizwe piece, how are the vocal parts divided?

• Into two parts: soprano and alto

• Into three parts: tenor, alto, and bass

• Into four parts: bass, baritone, tenor one, and tenor two

• Into five parts: soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, and bass