Questions:
1- Define balance
2- Define blend
3- Define drop
4- Define fifth wheel
5- Define precision
Answers:
1- The relative volume relationships of the four voices in a quartet (or the four sections in a chorus)
2- The pitch, i.e., intonation accuracy required to maximize the coincidence of overtones such that the chord rings to greatest extent possible
3- A common arranging technique in which the bass drops an octave on the last note of the song
4- An unwelcome interloper singing along with a quartet
5- A judging category referring to the synchrony (i.e., singing exactly together and in the same way) of attacks, releases, and sung lyrics