Basses in Russian music fulfill the same role as the 16 feet pipes (and longer) do on an organ. They're there to add power and a 'dark' character to the music. The darker character is needed to emphasize the suffering of the Saviour. read more
Basses in Russian music fulfill the same role as the 16 feet pipes (and longer) do on an organ. They’re there to add power and a ‘dark’ character to the music. The darker character is needed to emphasize the suffering of the Saviour. read more
The skills required vary considerably depending on the type and style of music to be performed, i.e., an opera singer performing a lead role in front of a full orchestra requires great technical ability, excellent vocal talent, projection and stamina. read more
Basso profondo (lyric low bass) is the lowest bass voice type. According to J. B. Steane in Voices, Singers & Critics, the basso profondo voice "derives from a method of tone-production that eliminates the more Italian quick vibrato. read more