All of the following characterize the singing style of traditional country music. According to Candelaria/Kingman (and Hank Williams!), which is an “essential trait”?
A. sincerity of delivery
B. rigid, tense vocal quality
C. clear, vibrato-less tone
D. high, nasal, somewhat restrained
Answer: A
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a. true b. false