bass section

Choir's deep voices

The bass section is the group of lowest-pitched voices or instruments in a choir, orchestra, or ensemble.

In choral music, basses sing the foundation beneath tenors, altos, and sopranos.

In an orchestra, the bass section typically refers to the double basses: The bass section carries the harmonic foundation of the piece.

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vocal/instrumental register

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Highest female singers

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position in harmonic texture

bass sectiontop line

Most important position

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