Singing Guide: Conway Twitty
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Conway Twitty had a unique voice that blended country and rock & roll style. To learn how to sing like Conway Twitty, you need to learn how to emulate his unique vocal technique and style.
First, you need to work on developing your own voice. Practice warming up, breathing, and singing exercises to gain control over your range and tones. You can test your vocal range with Singing Carrots' vocal range test.
Next, you should study Conway's singing style and techniques. He was known for his smooth and silky voice, which he used to great effect in songs like "It's Only Make Believe," "Hello Darlin'," and "Tight Fittin' Jeans." Study these songs and try to replicate the phrasing, vibrato, and use of dynamics that Conway Twitty employs.
To emulate Conway's more rock & roll style, you can also explore recordings of his earlier work. Listen to his songs like "Lonely Blue Boy" and "The Flame" to see how he used his voice to great effect in that genre.
Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test can also be helpful in training your ear to identify and hit the correct notes. And Singing Carrots' pitch training includes a range of exercises and visualizations to help you improve your pitch accuracy and control.
Remember to always warm up properly, breathe deeply and support your voice with proper technique. A good place to start is Singing Carrots' breathing basics and breath support articles.
With the right training, practice, and approach, you can learn to sing like Conway Twitty. And Singing Carrots has all the tools and resources you need to get started today!