Bass? For goodness sake - I'm a woman - only men sing bass!

It may sound strange that in Barbershop Harmony singing the lower voices are termed Baritone and Bass instead of Altos and Contraltos. However, ladies lucky enough to be born with (or have acquired) this lovely, mellow, deep, rich vocal quality are a genuine asset to any Quartet or Chorus.

The range: G above middle C down to D below middle C

The function of the bass is to provide the good, solid base on which the remaining parts can 'sit'. As a harmony part Bass is perhaps the simplest (assuming the notes are within the vocal range of the singer), it being the most natural when harmonising with Lead (melody) singers.

Good basses are worth their weight in gold and it is a good part to sing for ladies who find themselves singing in the men's octave in a congregation or along to the radio. Anyone who thinks their voice would be suited to this part will be welcomed with warm, open arms!

Please come along to any rehearsal and find out what it's all about!

Bass   ~   Bari   ~   Lead   ~   Tenor