Singing Guide: Bridgit Mendler
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Learning to sing like Bridgit Mendler is a rewarding journey that includes developing proper breathing techniques, correct posture, and experimenting with vocal nuances. In this article, we will go through some practical advice, some of her signature vocal techniques, and songs that showcase them. By the end of the article, you will know how to sing like Bridgit Mendler while maintaining vocal health.
The first thing you should know is that Bridgit is a mezzo-soprano with a soothing, versatile, and youthful voice. One of the most distinctive features of her singing is her use of vibrato, which is a subtle wobbling effect on sustained notes. In her song "Ready or Not", listen closely to how she adds vibrato to the word "kite" in the line "I've got my sight set on you and I'm ready to aim." To learn how to sing with vibrato, try this exercise from the Singing Carrots resource section: Beggars Bounce.
Bridgit also uses an open enunciation style in her singing such as in her song "Hurricane". Be sure to keep your mouth and throat relaxed while singing to achieve a similar quality. Try this Singing Carrots exercise to learn how to do this: Open Mouth and Throat.
In her song "Somebody", Bridgit employs significant pitch variations and dynamics. These are two excellent tools that you should take advantage of when singing like her. You can practice increasing and decreasing your volume level while singing a song with a consistent melody, like her verse in "Somebody". Also, pay close attention to pitch bends in her vocals while singing words like 'somebody', which requires a slide from a higher to a lower pitch. Use Singing Carrots' Pitch Monitor to fine-tune your pitch control.
When singing Bridgit's music, it's essential to have good breath control and proper posture. Her signature song "Ready or Not" uses fast-paced phrases, and it's important to have shorter breaths. Make sure to do adequate breathing exercises before reaching the high notes. Farinelli breathing is a great one to try - Farinelli Breathing Exercise.
Some of her other songs, such as "Atlantis" and "Diving," require lingering notes and an emotionally charged delivery. To execute these types of songs correctly, you need to be sure to have proper breath support and overall vocal health. Breath Support and Vocal Health are two Singing Carrots articles that could be beneficial to review.
Now that you've learned about some of Bridgit Mendler's unique singing techniques and songs, it's time to take the stage. Use the Singing Carrots resources, such as the Search songs tool, to find songs that match your vocal range, genre preference, and lyrical complexity level. Finally, practice as much as possible, be confident, and perform like you're ready for anything. Good luck!