Singing Guide: Brave
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Sara Bareilles is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and author nominated for six Grammy Awards. Known for her unique blend of pop and rock, Bareilles is admired for her vocal range, her emotional and introspective lyrics, and her powerful performances.
To learn singing like Bareilles, you need to start with the basics. First, take the vocal range test to determine your current range. Use the results to practice your vowels and identify where your voice sounds the best. Then improve your pitch accuracy by practicing simple melodies and using the Pitch Accuracy Test. The Vocal Pitch Monitor is an excellent tool for helping you see how your singing voice matches up with a virtual piano.
Next, to showcase Bareilles' unique vocal technique, we recommend studying her performance at the 2018 Tony Awards. She sings the classic song "You Will Be Found," showcasing her ability to convey emotion and communicate with both her voice and her body language.
Additionally, Bareilles' song "Brave" is a testament to her vocal power and control. The song highlights her ability to belt the high notes and displays the significance of balancing the chest and mixed register. Practicing one or both of these songs while following the tips below will help you learn to sing like Sara Bareilles.
- How to analyze your voice
- Breathing basics
- Breath support
- Open mouth & throat
- How to learn a song effectively
- Singing with intuition, skills, emotion, and thinking
- Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting
- Vocal distortion & Growling
- Singing with Vibrato
- Articulation
- Why do we sing out of pitch?
- How to find your own authentic voice
- Vocal health
- How posture affects your singing
- How to overcome stage fright
- Pitch Training - Educational Singing Game
- Search songs by vocal range
- Vocal ranges of famous singers
- Educational singing course
By practicing these resources regularly, you'll be well on your way to singing like Sara Bareilles. Remember, practice makes perfect, and with dedication and hard work, you can develop your own unique style just like Sara Bareilles.