Singing Guide: East of Eden
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
In this article, we will talk about how to learn singing like the late Lee Yeon-hee, best known by her stage name East of Eden.
Her unique vocal technique and style have contributed a great deal to the Korean music industry. By following the tips and resources below, we can all learn how to sing like East of Eden.
Understanding East of Eden's Unique Vocal Technique
East of Eden was known for her smooth and soulful vocal style. She was an expert in utilizing vocal techniques such as resonance, vibrato and breath control to produce a rich and powerful sound. Her voice is often described as "haunting" because of her ability to evoke strong emotions in her listeners.
One of her signature techniques was her use of vibrato. To replicate this technique, it is important to find the right balance between breath support and tension. Start by practicing slow scales and gradually increasing the speed to develop your vibrato. Remember to always breathe from your diaphragm to support a strong and consistent sound.
Another notable technique was her use of resonance. She was able to control and shape the sound of the air in her vocal tract to produce a warm and full-bodied sound. To develop your resonance, practice singing with an open mouth and throat, and experiment with different vowel shapes to find the sweet spot for your voice.
Practicing East of Eden Songs
One of the best ways to learn how to sing like East of Eden is to practice her songs. Some of her most famous songs include "Fate", "To Where The Sea Meets The Sky" and "Words From The Heart".
To get started, use Singing Carrots' vocal range test to find which of East of Eden's songs are within your range. Based on that, try finding the perfect song to start working on. Listen to the song multiple times and try to identify her vocal style and techniques used. Practice the song with a focus on replicating those techniques.
Singing Carrots Resources
Singing Carrots provides valuable resources to aid in learning to sing like East of Eden.
- Start with Singing Carrots’ vocal range test and pitch accuracy test to analyze your voice and identify the areas where you need to improve.
- Next, use the Pitch Training tool to improve your pitch accuracy and the Vocal Pitch Monitor to see your voice on a virtual piano.
- Take advantage of Singing Carrots' vast archive of famous singer's vocal ranges to gain a greater understanding of your own range relative to these artists.
- Check out the singing course to learn the theory and practical tips on singing, with an entire lesson dedicated to resonance.
- Use Singing Carrots’ song search tool to find East of Eden's songs based on your vocal range, genre preference and difficulty level.
- For more insight into her vocal techniques, check out the Vocal Distortion & Growling and Chest Voice/Voice Registers lessons.
- The Contemporary Vocal Techniques: Heavy Modal,Twang, Belting lesson provides advanced techniques to add to your vocal repertoire.
With the above resources, you can learn to sing with the same power and passion as East of Eden.
Conclusion
East of Eden was a unique and talented artist whose signature style and vocal techniques have left a lasting impact on the Korean music industry. While it may be challenging to replicate her sound, with the use of proper techniques, consistent practice and the Singing Carrots resources, it is possible to learn to sing like the late East of Eden.