old European style

singing style

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    In folk music: Singing styles

    The old European style, characteristic of central, eastern, and parts of northern Europe, is more relaxed; the sound is produced with full voice. The style is often associated with group singing in which the voices blend well. The modern European style, which is mainly of urban…

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