doo-wop group
Vocal harmony ensemble
A doo-wop group is a vocal ensemble performing doo-wop, the rhythm-and-blues style from the 1950s characterized by close harmonies, nonsense syllables, and minimal instrumentation.
These groups typically feature a lead singer supported by backing vocalists who provide the signature doo-wop, doo-wop sounds: The Platters were one of the era's most successful doo-wop groups.
- harmonyAgreement or musical blend
- four-part harmonyMusic for four voices
- a cappellaSinging without instruments
- falsettoArtificially elevated singing register
- lead singerBand's main vocalist
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