Singing Guide: Brian Culbertson

Singing Guide: Brian Culbertson

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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Brian Culbertson has become famous for his soulful style and the use of funk in his music. He is known for his jazz and soul playing, which he blends with modern R&B. If you want to learn to sing like Brian Culbertson, then you will need to learn to develop a soulful and rich tone in your voice. His music is full of beautiful melodies that are both simple and complex. If you want to learn how to sing like him, then you will want to find songs that showcase his unique style.

Practical Tips to Sing like Brian Culbertson

  • Develop your ear: Listen to recordings of Brian Culbertson to get a sense of his unique style. Analyze his phrasing, intonation, and tone, and try to mimic them as closely as possible.
  • Focus on breathing: Good breathing is essential to producing a soulful and rich tone. Practice breathing exercises like those offered in the Singing Carrots resources to improve your breath control.
  • Practice your vibrato: Brian Culbertson often uses vibrato to add depth and emotion to his singing. Practice your vibrato using Singing Carrots' vibrato exercises.
  • Work on your phrasing: Brian Culbertson's music often features long, flowing phrases that blend seamlessly together. Practice working on your phrasing so that you can smoothly connect your notes and create a seamless melody.
  • Use Singing Carrots' tools: Singing Carrots offers many tools that can help you learn to sing like Brian Culbertson. Use the vocal range test to understand your vocal range so you can select songs to suit. Use the song search tool to find song versions that match your skills. The breath support exercises can help you develop the breath control you need to produce Culbertson-style songs.

Songs by Brian Culbertson

Here are a few songs by Brian Culbertson that you can use to practice your singing:

  1. "You're My Music": A slow, sultry ballad that showcases Culbertson's smooth and soulful vocals.
  2. "Still Here": An upbeat R&B track with soaring vocals that will help you practice your upper range.
  3. "Hey Girl": A funky soul tune with plenty of room to practice your phrasing and add your unique style.

Remember, the key to singing like Brian Culbertson is to develop a soulful and rich tone while focusing on excellent breath control and musical phrasing. Use the tips and Singing Carrots resources to build your skills and experiment with Brian's music to perfect your techniques.

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