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when singing, and being accompanied by a guitar, playing the rhythm, which of these sets the proper moment (within the tempo) for the chord changes?
Hi there, Casey...And thanks for your question. It is a good one.
If you are singing, that means that there are words and vocal expression. Vocal expression needs to be heard and needs to be prominent to be heard. Therefore, it is important that the vocals lead and set the tempo, the mood, the changes. For e.g. if there is a quiet verse, playing rhythm may or may not work for that quiet verse.
Accompaniment is also just that - it accompanies the voice. It is not primary. It needs to support the voice.
Does that help you?
Wanda
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Wanda Reinholdt
Expertise
prepping for role; living in the moment; connecting with an audience; warming up; voice tips; connecting with scene partner
Experience
Acting in community and professional theatre; directing in community and semi-professional theatre; study of acting and theatre
Organizations
Theatre Alberta, Alberta Playwrights Network
Education/Credentials
BA Music and BA Theatre
Awards and Honors
2009 Best Director and Best Actress (cast member) Alberta One Act Festival
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