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:
Wide Range of Voice Parts (lead, first tenor (falsetto), second tenor, baritone, bass.
Nonsense Syllables - Logatomes
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