Singing Guide: Agnetha Fältskog
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Agnetha Fältskog is a Swedish singer, songwriter, musician, and actress who is best known worldwide as one of the four founding members of the legendary pop music group ABBA. Fältskog's voice is clear, bright, and high-pitched, and she is particularly noted for her impeccable sense of pitch and her ability to reach and sustain high notes effortlessly. In this article, we will explore Fältskog's unique vocal technique and recommend practical steps to help you learn to sing like her.
Analyze Your Voice:
Before you start singing like Agnetha Fältskog, it may be helpful to analyze your own voice. Vocal analysis can help you identify your voice type, range, and vocal habits that you may need to correct. Read How to analyze your voice to get started.
Breathing Technique:
Breathing is the foundation of good singing, and Fältskog's breath control is one of her most notable vocal strengths. Learn breathing basics, breath support, and how posture affects your singing to improve your breathing technique.
Vocal Registers and Ranges:
Fältskog's voice spans an impressive range, from low alto to high soprano notes. Fältskog mostly sings in the head voice, but she also uses chest voice to add warmth and depth to her performances. To learn singing in the head voice, read Voice registers & vocal break. Use the Vocal range test to find out your vocal range.
Articulation and Pronunciation:
Articulation is essential for clear and consistent singing. Fältskog's diction is usually clear, mostly due to her upbringing and vocal training in Swedish and English. To improve your articulation, read Articulation and practice exercises like Finger Bite.
Songs to Learn:
Fältskog's music has a broad range of complexity, with songs varying from simple pop melodies to complex, operatic ballads. Here are some songs to help you get started:
- Dancing Queen
- The Winner Takes It All
- I Know There's Something Going On
- When You Walk in the Room
- If I Thought You'd Ever Change Your Mind
Vocal Techniques:
Fältskog uses a lot of vocal techniques to improve her performances. Some of these include:
- Vibrato: Vibrato creates an oscillating effect in the voice, adding warmth and character to the singing. Use the Beggars Bounce and Diaphragm Bounce exercises to improve vibrato.
- Twang: Twang is a technique that helps brighten and amplify the sound by narrowing the vocal cords' sphincter muscles. Use the How to Twang Exercise to add twang to your singing.
- Belting: Belting is a technique that involves singing in a loud, powerful voice. Use Chest Voice Explained to improve your belting technique.