Singing Guide: Carsten Gerlitz

Singing Guide: Carsten Gerlitz

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

Are you a beginner or advanced singer?

Carsten Gerlitz is a German pianist, composer, and arranger mostly known for his pop and jazz pieces. His works have been performed by artists all over the world, and his arrangements and compositions have been featured in many stage productions and recordings.

To learn singing like Carsten Gerlitz, you need to focus on your interpretation and timing of the music. Gerlitz's pieces have a unique rhythm and melody that distinguishes them from others. Thus, a singer must be in sync with the rhythm and the melody and deliver it in a way that's appropriate for the piece.

To get the interpretation and timing right, you can improve your vocal range, pitch accuracy, and breathing techniques, all of which are important skills to master as a singer. You can take the vocal range test and pitch accuracy test on Singing Carrots to determine your level of proficiency.

To enhance your breathing techniques, you can refer to the articles on Breathing Basics, Breath Support, and Active and Passive Breathing. These articles provide practical advice on how to breathe properly, how to use your diaphragm, and how to support your voice with your breath. The Farinelli Breathing video is also a great exercise to practice.

To help you improve your interpretation skills, you can listen and learn to sing some of Gerlitz's compositions and arrangements. Notably, you can learn the following songs that showcase Gerlitz's unique style:

  • "Moving Up"
  • "Get Up and Dance"
  • "Ten Nights in a Bar Room"
  • "Moon Over Manila"

You can also refer to the article on How to Learn a Song Effectively to learn some useful tips on how to learn a song quickly and effectively.

Finally, to enhance your stage presence and performing skills, you can refer to the articles on Tips for Performing on Stage and How to Overcome Stage Fright. You can also watch the video on Stage Tips and the videos on Relaxing Breath to help you control your emotions while performing.

By mastering these skills, you will be well on your way to singing like Carsten Gerlitz! Further, the Singing Carrots platform has resources and training tools ranging from pitch training to a huge database of vocal ranges for various famous artists. With the right practice, feedback, and guidance, you can achieve your singing goals and showcase the Carsten Gerlitz's style!

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