How to Sing Like Ben Rector

Ben Rector has a unique style that blends pop with a touch of indie rock. His voice has a smooth and warm quality that makes his fans swoon. So, how can you sing like Ben Rector? Here are some tips to help you get started and some Singing Carrots resources to assist you on your journey.

Analyze Your Voice

The first step to singing like Ben Rector is to analyze your voice. Your vocal range and timbre will affect how you approach his songs. Use Singing Carrots' vocal range test to help you identify the notes you can sing comfortably. Once you know your range, you can pick songs that suit your voice.

Breathing and Warm-Up Exercises

Breathing is crucial in singing. Strong breath support helps you to control your voice and also avoid straining your vocal cords. For this reason, you need to practice your breathing technique and warm-up before singing. Singing Carrots' Farinelli breathing exercise is an excellent resource to aid you in developing good breathing habits.

Pitch Accuracy

Ben Rector's songs have catchy melodies that stick in your head for days. However, to sing them well, you need to have pitch accuracy. Use Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test to determine how accurately you can sing a simple tune.

Song Choice

Ben Rector's music is a blend of rock, pop, and country. Some of his popular songs include "Brand New," "When a Heart Breaks," and "Forever Like That."

When learning a song, focus on understanding its structure. Break down each verse, chorus, and bridge section, and practice until you can sing it seamlessly. Check out Singing Carrots' song learning tips to help you learn songs more effectively.

Vocal Techniques

Ben Rector is known for his unique warm and smooth tone. To sing like him, you need to work on your vocal resonance. Resonance refers to the tone quality in your voice resulting from the vibration of the air in your vocal cords. Practice your resonance by using Singing Carrots' vocal pitch monitor to monitor and adjust the quality of your tone.

Ben Rector also sometimes uses heavy modal, twang, and belting techniques in his songs. Learn more about these techniques and how to execute them in Singing Carrot's article on contemporary vocal techniques.

Resources

In addition to the above, Singing Carrots provides several helpful resources to improve your singing skills, including:

• Breath support article
• Voice registers primer
• Pop vs. classical singing
• Twang exercise video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/c1-fvvYBqmM?start=0
• Good posture tips
• Tips for overcoming stage fright and performing well
• Vocal health tips
• A 21-lesson online singing course for beginners

In conclusion, tuning your voice to sing like Ben Rector requires patience and practice. With hard work and the help of the Singing Carrots resources listed above, you can improve your technique and learn to sing like a professional.