Singing Guide: Arthur Tracy
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Arthur Tracy, better known as "The Street Singer," was a popular radio and stage performer in the 1930s and 40s. He was known for his signature style of performing romantic ballads in a high tenor singing voice. His voice had a distinctive quality that sounded almost like a violin or other string instrument.
- Vocal Range: Arthur Tracy was known for his high tenor voice and falsetto, and often sang in the upper register. You can learn to expand your vocal range by practicing vocal exercises that focus on strengthening your head voice and falsetto notes. The Singing Carrots Vocal range test can help you determine your current vocal range before you start working on expanding it.
- Articulation: Arthur Tracy’s singing style also involved clear diction and enunciation. You can improve your articulation by practicing the Finger Bite exercise, which helps you develop precision in your articulation and clarity in your diction.
- Emulating Arthur Tracy's Style: To really capture the essence of Arthur Tracy’s singing style, it can be helpful to listen to some of his most famous songs. "Pennies from Heaven" and "Marta, Rambling Rose of the Wildwood" are wonderful examples of Tracy's signature romantic ballads. The Singing Carrots Song Search feature can help you find other songs that match your vocal range and will help you practice these techniques.
- Vocal Breathing: Finally, don't forget the importance of good vocal breathing. Breathing exercises like the Farinelli breathing technique can help you develop good breath control and support for your singing voice. The Breath Support article on Singing Carrots can give you detailed instructions for practicing these breathing techniques.
By following these tips and using the helpful Singing Carrots resources, you'll be well on your way to learning to sing like Arthur Tracy.
Don't forget to take advantage of the Vocal Pitch Monitor and Pitch Training educational singing game to help you develop even greater skill in your singing performance.