Music: An Appreciation, 10th Edition (Kamien)

Anatomy and Physiology of Voice Production

http://www.voiceproblem.org/anatomy/

A concise and easy to understand overview of vocal production is provided here. Topics presented include voiced sound, resonation, articulation and vocal disorders.

About the Voice

http://www.lionsvoiceclinic.umn.edu/page2.htm

A detailed discussion of the anatomy and physiology of vocal production, including an introduction to acoustics.

Instrument Encyclopedia

http://www2.si.umich.edu//chico/instrument/

An introduction to musical instruments from around the world organized by family. A glossary of musical terms is also provided

Musical Instrument Makers Forum

http://www.mimf.com/

An online community of instrument builders, with interactive forums on a variety of topics. The site includes a links page for each instrument area, which addresses instrument construction issues.

Benjamin Britten

http://www.musicweb-international.com/britten/index.htm

A website on the life of this important figure in 20 th Century music, including a description of his many contributions.

Using the websites provided above, answer the following questions.

1			Describe the anatomy and physiology of the voice.
2			Name the three sources of sound in the human voice. What is the function of the vocal folds?
3			Choose and describe 6 non-classical musical instruments around the world, and the instrument "families" they stem from.
4			Name all the component parts for an instrument of your choice. What is the process for constructing the instrument you describe? What challenges does the builder face in constructing a quality instrument?
5			Describe the significance and musical accomplishments of Benjamin Britten.