Down by the Riverside

by Mahalia Jackson  ·  1958

All Mahalia Jackson songs → 🔴 Hard Songs Alto Songs
Low Note
D3
MIDI 50
High Note
D#5
MIDI 75
Span
25
semitones
Difficulty
Very Hard
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Vocal Range Breakdown

Down by the Riverside spans 25 semitones — from D3 to D#5 (2.1 octaves).

D3
D#5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
B4
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

christiangospel50s

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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Down by the Riverside?
Down by the Riverside by Mahalia Jackson requires a vocal range from A2 to B4, spanning 26 semitones — about 2.2 octaves.
Is Down by the Riverside hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 26 semitones from A2 to B4. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Down by the Riverside at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Down by the Riverside sits between A2 and B4. If your range covers those notes, you'll nail it. Not sure? HumMatch detects your range in seconds — just hum a note.
What is the highest note in Down by the Riverside?
The highest note in Down by the Riverside by Mahalia Jackson is B4 (MIDI 71). This is in the upper-mid range — reachable for tenors and mezzo-sopranos.
What is the lowest note in Down by the Riverside?
The lowest note is A2 (MIDI 45). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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