Donald Craig is one of the most versatile vocalists of the modern era. Known for his incredible range and smooth vibrato, he is one of the most sought-after performers in the industry. In this article, we will dive into his unique vocal technique and how you can learn to sing like him.

Just like any other vocalist, breathing well is essential for good singing. Breath support means a lot for amazing vocal delivery. At Singing Carrots, we offer the Farinelli breathing video tutorial to help you develop strong breath support.

Donald Craig's ability to jump from chest to head voice with ease is one of his strong vocal abilities. Taking the chest voice outside the normal speaking range, as Donald does, creates a unique sound that is both rich and memorable.

Open mouth and throat while singing is equally important to your breath, articulation and ultimately vocal delivery. Please read Why to Open Mouth and Throat While Singing article for a more in-depth discussion on why singers should pay attention to this aspect of vocal delivery.

Developing strong breath support is also essential to singing with clarity and consistency. Without proper breath support, your voice becomes constricted, leading to a lack of tone quality and pitch control. Explore our article on Breath Support and Respiration to gain more insight.

Another important aspect of singing is vocal health. Singing can put a lot of strain on your vocal cords, so it is important to take care of them. In our Vocal Health article, we cover the basics of vocal care and prevention.

Singing Carrots offer some specific tools that can help you learn to sing like Donald. Start with the Vocal Range Test to determine your own vocal range. Pitch Accuracy Test, on the other hand, will measure your pitch accuracy and help develop good intonation. Both tools are free to use.

Donald Craig's voice has a distinct sound that is influenced by various contemporary vocal techniques such as Twang, Growling, Belting, Heavy Modal, Mixed, Vibrato and Resonance. Learning these techniques can help you develop your own unique sound. Watch the Twang Exercise, the Growling Exercise, the Vibrato videos and explore our article on Contemporary Vocal Techniques for full coverage.

Picking the right song is crucial when studying the style of a particular musician. In Donald's case, "Black Flash" and "Soul Train" are two great examples of his vocal style. Our Song search tool will help you find a song that matches your vocal range, difficulty, and genre preference.

In conclusion, there are many different elements that make up Donald Craig's unique vocal style. By paying attention to these key factors such as breathing, voice registers, open mouth and throat tone quality, pitch accuracy, and vocal health, aspiring singers can learn to sing like Donald. Use our tools and reference materials at Singing Carrots to get started on your journey towards becoming a great singer like him.