This Little Light of Mine

by Mahalia Jackson  ·  1952

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

This Little Light of Mine 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

christiangospel50s

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Duet Potential
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Frequently Asked Questions

What vocal range do I need to sing This Little Light of Mine?
This Little Light of Mine by Mahalia Jackson requires a vocal range from A♯2 to C5, spanning 26 semitones — about 2.2 octaves.
Is This Little Light of Mine hard to sing?
Hard. Demanding range — best for experienced singers. The song spans 26 semitones from A♯2 to C5. This is one of the more demanding ranges in the karaoke catalog — practice the high notes before performing live.
Can I sing This Little Light of Mine at karaoke?
It depends on your vocal range. This Little Light of Mine sits between A♯2 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 This Little Light of Mine?
The highest note in This Little Light of Mine 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 This Little Light of Mine?
The lowest note is A♯2 (MIDI 46). This is a comfortable low-mid range, accessible for most voice types.

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