This is an effective vocalise for vigorously attacking your high notes. Briefly touch the lower note, and then with an accent sing the top note. Now this accent should not be bombastic or abusive, but it should be firm. Keep the momentum up as you descend.
I have chosen IPA: [?]–symbol may not display in all browsers or OS’s– or “eh” for this because we singers and teachers (generalization coming) tend to ignore this troublesome open vowel. You may use whatever vowel you like, but do show some love to this awkward vowel.
You may also take this exercise as quickly or as slowly as you want depending on needs.
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