Singing Guide: A Mighty Wind
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
This article will provide you with guidance on how to sing like Mitch and Mickey from the folk music mockumentary, A Mighty Wind. This comedy film, directed by Christopher Guest, features some of the best folk music of the 60s and 70s. The singing duo of Mitch and Mickey - played by Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara - particularly shines in the movie. Their harmonies are pitch-perfect and their emotional performances are unforgettable.
If you're looking to learn how to sing like Mitch and Mickey, you need to work on your vocal technique and find music that showcases your abilities. Here are some tips and Singing Carrots resources to help you along the way.
Vocal Technique
To start, make sure you understand your vocal range. You can take the vocal range test on Singing Carrots to find out - see link . As you practice, focus on using your breath support to sing on pitch and control your airflow. If you want to sing like Mitch and Mickey, you will need to work on your ability to sing in harmony by matching pitch and blending your voices. Try the Pitch Training exercises on Singing Carrots, such as the Educational Singing Game (link) to improve your pitch accuracy and control.
Song Selection
To emulate Mitch and Mickey, choose songs that showcase your unique vocal abilities and that you feel connected to emotionally. A Mighty Wind soundtrack has many songs that portray the folk genre. Consider "Kiss at the End of the Rainbow" or "A Mighty Wind" to showcase you and your duo's harmonization skills. "Never Did No Wanderin'" is another amazing song to practice Mitch and Mickey-style singing. If you're looking to really capture the emotional intensity of their music, "When You're Next to Me" will undoubtedly bring the tears. By singing along to these songs, you can hone your technique and improve your harmonizing abilities. Use the resources available on Singing Carrots to find appropriate songs - see link.
Conclusion
To sing like Mitch and Mickey, it's important to focus on your vocal technique, match pitch and blend your voice with your partner, and find songs that showcase your unique skills in music. By taking advantage of the plethora of Singing Carrots resources available to help you practice your skills, you can become a skilled performer in no time.