Move On Up a Little Higher

by Mahalia Jackson  ·  1948

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

Move On Up a Little Higher spans 25 semitones — from D3 to D#5 (2.1 octaves).

D3
D#5
🟣 Very Hard — Professional range — advanced singers only.
C5
🔴 Hard — Demanding range — best for experienced singers.

Perfect For These Voice Types

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Baritone
Most common male voice

Genre

christiangospelclassic

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Road Trip
Upbeat singalong
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Build vocal strength
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Duet Potential
Wide range split
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing Move On Up a Little Higher?
Move On Up a Little Higher by Mahalia Jackson requires a vocal range from A2 to C5, spanning 27 semitones — about 2.3 octaves.
Is Move On Up a Little Higher hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 27 semitones from A2 to C5. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing Move On Up a Little Higher at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. Move On Up a Little Higher sits between A2 and C5. 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 Move On Up a Little Higher?
The highest note in Move On Up a Little Higher by Mahalia Jackson is C5 (MIDI 72). This puts it in soprano/high tenor territory — a challenging note for most singers.
What is the lowest note in Move On Up a Little Higher?
The lowest note is A2 (MIDI 45). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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