singing

How Art Works: Perfect Pitch

Arts, Culture & Media

How can some singers pull a perfect “A” out of thin air — and why does it sometimes drive them crazy? Producer Jeff Lunden explores one of the most mysterious natural musical abilities, the phenomenon known as perfect pitch.

How Art Works: Perfect Pitch

Arts, Culture & Media

Imperfect Voices

Arts, Culture & Media

Amusia

Arts, Culture & Media
The World

See how Tuvan throat singers can sing multiple notes at once

Arts
Singing makes use of our vocal folds, which are barely as big as a penny.

Here’s the science behind singing

Health

Why Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler has a laser to thank for his voice.

The UN's Fijian guard unit on parade in Iraq.

Fijian peacekeepers in Iraq aren’t just a battalion — they’re a choir

Conflict

Fijian soldiers have been part of UN peacekeeping operations in Iraq since 2004. Five have been killed and others are being held captive by the Syrian branch of al-Qaeda. One way the brigade stays committed and strong is to sing. And they believe it keeps them safe, as well.

Joyce Cândido

Joyce Cândido is the young voice of samba in Rio de Janeiro

Arts, Culture & Media

Joyce Cândido is one of the few emerging samba singers in Brazil. It’s a style considered old fashioned by a younger generation, but it’s coming back. And here’s one reason why.

Three seniors perform a song at COSAT.

School Year Blog: Students celebrate Senior Day with musical performances

Development & Education

Two girls sing a cute duet, the choir performs an African song (with dancing), and a trio of boys does some a capella.

Two seniors at COSAT

School Year Blog: For low-income students, life after high school can be daunting

Development & Education

The end of the school year is always an emotional time for seniors. For poor students, fear and anxiety can be the dominant emotions.