The Chords
The Chords
A form of R&B based harmony vocalizing using phonetic or nonsense
syllables (like a repeated "doo-wop") for rhythm and intricate harmonic
arrangements
To be considered doo wop a song must fit into all five of the below, with minor exceptions:
Vocal Group Harmony
Wide Range of Voice Parts (lead, first tenor (falsetto), second tenor, baritone, bass.
Nonsense Syllables - Logatomes
Simple Beat and Light Instrumentation
Simple Music and Lyrics
Typical doo wop arrangement from opening through the end of the first chorus
The Doo Wop Society
Where did the name Doo Wop come
from?
Doo Wop: Definition
of a genre
