If you want to learn how to sing like one of the most successful singers of the 50s, Dickie Valentine, there are some aspects of his voice you need to keep in mind. First of all, his style is heavily influenced by crooners and swing artists from the previous decade. This means he has a deep, smooth and velvety voice that glides effortlessly through the melody of each song.

Vocal Range:

To start learning Dickie's singing style, it’s important to know what type of voice you have. You can test your vocal range by using Singing Carrots' Range Test tool (https://singingcarrots.com/range-test). Dickie was known for his baritone voice with a range extending from A2 to D4. The online tool will tell you where your voice falls compared to his range, this will give you an idea of where to begin while emulating his singing style.

Songs:

Dickie Valentine was known for a series of hits in the 50s, and some of his most popular songs include "Unchained Melody," "The Homing Waltz," and "The Homing Waltz." They capture his unique style and give you an idea of how it should feel to sing like him. Try learning those songs to get a feel of his style and voice.

Vocal Technique:

An important aspect of singing like Dickie Valentine is to learn to breathe correctly. Follow Breathing Basics article (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/active-and-passive-breathing/) for expert advice. This will ensure that you have enough air to support your singing and help you produce a clear and full tone.

To achieve Dickie's smooth style, you should also work on your articulation to make every note sound crisp and clear. The Articulation article (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/articulation/) will guide you in understanding the importance of correctly pronouncing the various phonetics while singing.

Dickie’s Technique:

Dickie's singing technique often relied on his use of vibrato, a technique that gives his voice an undulating and rich quality. Singing Carrots Vibrato video examples (https://www.youtube.com/embed/88TjXQEGk_g?start=0) can teach you how to practice and perfect your vibrato.

Another crucial aspect of Dickie’s technique is the use of his mixed voice and controlled glottal onsets to create that smooth and effortless sound. Singing Carrots’ Voice Registrar video (https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xz5p96rkSys?start=0) provides excellent exercises that replicate his technique and come handy in achieving similar results.

Progress:

One of the benefits of using Singing Carrots’ Pitch Accuracy Test (https://singingcarrots.com/pitch-test) and Pitch Training tutorial (https://singingcarrots.com/pitch-training/) is that you'll be able to track your progress as you learn to sing like Dickie Valentine. The progress statistics feature on the Singing Carrots website can be helpful to monitor your progress over time.

Remember to keep practicing and don't be discouraged if you don't get it right the first time. With enough practice, you'll be able to learn to sing like Dickie Valentine and develop a vocal style that's all your own.