What Is Doo Wop?
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
The Doo
Wop Society
Where did
the name Doo Wop come from?