2.2 Discuss with students that many women in jazz are vocalists. Often the musicians duplicate the voice with their instruments by sliding, scooping, and growling. 3.1 Listen to Dianne Reeves's vocal performance on the videotape. 3.2 Discuss with your students the scat singing at the opening. 3.4 Rewind tape and listen to the segment again.
Reeves uses for scatting.
Observe how Reeves uses a microphone. Notice where Reeves' voice shifts registers. Listen to the band balance with the vocals. Note other aspects of the performance. 4.1 Have each student choose one of the following women in jazz.