backing singers
Behind the lead
Backing singers are vocalists who provide harmony, support, or response to a lead singer.
They sing behind the main performer rather than taking center stage: The backing singers added depth to the chorus.
Also called backup singers.
The role ranges from anonymous session work to featured performers with distinctive contributions.
- harmoniesPleasing combined pitches
- vocal harmonySimultaneous pitched voices blending
- chorusSingers performing together
- vocalsSung musical parts
- backup vocalsSecondary singing parts
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musical hierarchy/prominence
backing singerslead singer
Band's main vocalist
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