How to Start a Song Using a Pitch Pipe
A pitch pipe is a musical device consisting of a set of valves through which a person can blow in order to hear various pitches. You can use a pitch pipe to tune an instrument, but one of the most common uses is to help a person or group begin a song. The pitch pipe gives a standard frame of reference so the soloists or group can begin on the correct note.
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Instructions
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Identify the first note of the song. If you can't read music, ask someone to help you determine the first note.
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Locate the same note on the pitch pipe.
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Blow into the hole marked as the same note as the first note of your song. Don't blow as hard as you can, as this can distort the pitch. Use a gentle, steady breath as you blow.
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Listen carefully to the pitch as you blow it.
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Match the pitch with your voice as you begin singing the song.
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