Pitch Matching QUESTION: What are some of the reasons for pitch-matching problems?
• lack of experience and training in singing • lack of concentration • undeveloped tonal memory • lack of coordination of thinking, breathing, hearing, and vocalization Skills • has no concept of melodic direction and high and low • auditory impairment • does not differentiate between speaking and singing voices • poor posture • health problems such as asthma • cultural and ethnic speech ranges QUESTION: What are some of the remedial activities that improve pitch-matching? ANSWER (provided by Judy Henneberger): Remedial activities should be selected according to the vocal and/or physical needs of the children and may include: • the use of speech chant with varied vocal inflections that gradually lead into singing • use every opportunity to help the child to become aware of vocal sounds and to differentiate between the speaking and singing voices • select vocalises that focus on matching pitch and that expand the child’s vocal range • use movement and stretching games to increase concen
