A collection of education articles on how to learn singing popular songs/
Mastering ‘Devils Haircut’ by Beck ‘Devils Haircut,’ a song by Beck, highlights the unique vocal technique of Twang, a vocal style characterized by a clear resonance Understanding and Practicing Twang Twang in singing can add presence and intensity to your… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Devils Haircut” from Beck
Learning to Sing ‘Calypso Blues’ by Nat King Cole ‘Calypso Blues’ by Nat King Cole is a fine example of a song requiring a deep understanding of vocal techniques. With its origins in jazz and Calypso, Nat King Cole’s vocals… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Calypso Blues” from Nat King Cole
Mastering ‘My Romance’ by Frank Sinatra Learning to sing “My Romance” by Frank Sinatra involves more than just knowing the lyrics and melody. Sinatra’s unique vocal technique is what gave his rendition its magic, and it’s this technique that we’ll… Read More »How to Learn Singing “My Romance” from Frank Sinatra
Learning ‘Day by Day’ by Frank Sinatra Mastering a song like ‘Day by Day’ by Frank Sinatra involves the understanding of vocal techniques used by Sinatra himself. Sinatra was renowned for his use of “legato” singing and his enviable breath… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Day by Day” from Frank Sinatra
Learning to Sing “Baubles, Bangles and Beads” by Frank Sinatra “Baubles, Bangles and Beads” recorded by Frank Sinatra, serves as an exemplary piece highlighting the vocal technique of legato and perfect control over phrasing in Swing genre. Sinatra’s smooth voice… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Baubles, Bangles and Beads” from Frank Sinatra
Learning to Sing Neil Young’s “Cortez the Killer” “Cortez the Killer” by Neil Young is a song that requires a certain unique vocal technique—mainly folk-rock nasality and sustaining a breathy voice—to truly make it your own. Step 1: Understand Your… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Cortez the Killer” from Neil Young
Learning How to Sing “Jamaica Farewell” by Harry Belafonte “Jamaica Farewell” by Harry Belafonte is a song rich in storytelling and traditional calypso rhythms. In singing this song, the unique “call and response” vocal technique is showcased. This technique was… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Jamaica Farewell” from Harry Belafonte
Learning to Sing “(The) Ballad of Billy the Kid” by Billy Joel Billy Joel’s “(The) Ballad of Billy the Kid” is a story-telling ballad that features a range of vocal techniques. The unique element in this song is the effective… Read More »How to Learn Singing “(The) Ballad of Billy the Kid” from Billy Joel
Learning How to Sing Billy Joel’s Big Shot Billy Joel is renowned for his distinctive vocal styling and his song “Big Shot” is particularly notable for his use of phrasing, dynamics, and articulation. The song also leverages a vocal technique… Read More »How to Learn Singing “Big Shot” from Billy Joel
Learning to Sing “OverHeated” by Billie Eilish “OverHeated” is an iconic song by Billie Eilish, known for its relaxed vocal style and soft spoken word technique. Mastering this song means capturing not only the distinctive vocal features of the original… Read More »How to Learn Singing “OverHeated” from Billie Eilish