Celia Cruz, famously titled as the Queen of Salsa, was an immensely talented Cuban-American singer. Her diverse vocal range and technique allowed her to sing wonderfully in various styles such as son, bolero, guaguancó, and guaracha. By following these practical techniques, you can learn how to hone your skills in these genres and develop a vocal style similar to Celia Cruz's.

• Proper breathing techniques are crucial to singing like Celia Cruz. She used a powerful diaphragmatic breathing technique to create a strong and powerful sound. To improve your breathing technique and control, practice breath control exercises and maintain proper posture as detailed in Singing Carrots' educational article on breathing basics.
• Celia Cruz's vocal proficiency was defined by her melodic and rhythmic phrasing. Mix belting and vibrato techniques to replicate her signature sound; try Singing Carrots' vocal monitor and pitch training games to practice your technique for phrasing and matching rhythms. Additionally, the article on singing with vibrato can help you master the skill.
• As Celia Cruz sang in different styles, including salsa, son, boleros, and rumba, it is essential to practice developing a deeper understanding of the rhythms and nuances that go with these styles. Practicing with songs and regularly listening to Celia Cruz's music can help you get a feel for the rhythms. Singing Carrots' song search tool can also help find songs that match your vocal range and genre preference.
• Celia Cruz's stage presence was critical to her success. To improve your own stage presence, read Singing Carrots' article on tips for performing on stage.

With these resources and practical techniques, you can learn to sing like Celia Cruz and improve your singing ability in the salsa, son, bolero, and rumba music genres.