Singing Guide: Antony and the Johnsons
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Antony and the Johnsons is a unique vocal group known for their haunting, operatic sound and emotionally raw performances. Their lead singer, Antony Hegarty, is particularly celebrated for his soulful voice, which combines elements of classical, blues, and gospel music.
To learn to sing like Antony, you'll need to focus on building your vocal range, developing your vibrato, and mastering emotional expression in your singing. Here are a few practical tips and Singing Carrots resources that can help you achieve this:
Vocal Range:
- Take Singing Carrots' Vocal range test to determine your current vocal range and identify areas for improvement.
- Check out the Singing Carrots articles on voice types and breath support for tips on expanding your range and controlling your breath.
Vibrato:
- Practice your vibrato with Singing Carrots' Beggars Bounce and Diaphragm Bounce exercises.
- Read up on Singing Carrots' article about Singing with Vibrato for more tips and techniques.
Emotional Expression:
- Watch Antony and the Johnsons' live performances to see how Hegarty expresses emotions through his singing. Take note of his phrasing, dynamics, and use of vocal registers.
- Practice singing with emotion using Singing Carrots' warm-up exercises and song search tools. Look for songs that resonate with you and allow you to connect emotionally with the lyrics.
To truly master Antony's unique singing style, you'll need to practice consistently and experiment with different techniques until you find a sound that feels authentic to you. By utilizing Singing Carrots' range of resources, you can develop a strong foundation in vocal technique and take your singing to the next level.