Vokale Ausdrucksmuster im Kontext von Star-Images und kulturellen Stereotypen. Eine exemplarische Analyse der Vokalstile von Bert Williams und Bing Crosby

Abstract

Assuming that star images are interrelated with cultural stereotypes, the present article analyses vocal expression as a means to shape both, images and stereotypes, and control their relationship. An investigation into the vocal style of blackface comedian Bert Williams exemplifies how vocal expression counterpoints a stage persona in a way that allows the star persona to shine through. Bing Crosby is used as a second example to show how vocal expression is related to star images and stereotypes when both are defined ex negativo and characterised as being »normal«.