Singing Guide: Black
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Black, born Colin Vearncombe, was a British singer-songwriter who rose to fame in the late 1980s with his hit single "Wonderful Life". His unique vocal style was characterized by his ability to convey melancholy emotions with a smooth and soulful voice.
If you want to learn how to sing like Black, the first step is to analyze your own voice. Singing Carrots offers a useful article on how to analyze your voice that will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses.
Black had a baritone range, which means his voice ranged from G2 to F4. To determine your vocal range compared to Black's, you can take Singing Carrots' vocal range test. This will also help you choose which songs by Black to focus on.
Black's unique vocal technique involved using a lot of breathiness, which he used to convey a sense of sadness and longing. To achieve this effect, you need to work on your breath control. The breath support article will give you practical tips on how to strengthen your diaphragm and control your breath.
In addition to breath control, Black used a combination of vocal registers to achieve his unique sound. To learn more about voice registers and how they are used in singing, check out the Singing Carrots article on voice registers and vocal breaks.
When it comes to choosing songs to practice, consider Black's signature hit "Wonderful Life", which showcases his ability to convey emotion through his voice. Singing Carrots' song search will help you find songs that match your vocal range and difficulty level.
To improve your singing skills, Singing Carrots offers a comprehensive singing course that covers singing theory and practical tips. The course includes 21 lessons that will teach you everything from basic breathing techniques to advanced vocal exercises.
Lastly, don't forget to monitor your singing improvement with Singing Carrots' progress statistics, and stay informed about vocal health by reading the vocal health article.
By following these tips and utilizing the resources provided by Singing Carrots, you can improve your singing skills and learn to sing like Black.