Singing Guide: Elegies

Singing Guide: Elegies

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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Elegies, or more commonly known as "Elliott Smith," was an American singer-songwriter widely recognized for his unique voice and melancholic guitar melodies. Smith's music is a mix of folk, indie, and rock and his voice and playing style continue to influence many artists to this day. To learn how to sing like him, follow these practical tips and Singing Carrots resources.

  • Take the Vocal Range Test to help you determine your range and compare it with those of famous singers.

  • Learn the Elegies artist's vocal range and favorite songs using our Artists Vocal Ranges page.

  • The Pitch Accuracy Test can help you assess your pitch accuracy and spot any areas for improvement.

  • You can monitor your sung notes on a virtual piano and see the accuracy of your pitch on our Vocal Pitch Monitor.

  • Pitch Training is useful to help enhance your vocal pitch control, range, and agility.

  • Singing Carrots' search tool can help you find songs that match your vocal range and difficulty.

  • Check out the educational singing course, which covers theory and practical tips that can help you improve your singing skills as a beginner.

  • Take inspiration from the materials provided in the Videos selections column to learn more about Smith's techniques, excellent vocal control and some tips on how to incorporate different singing techniques like chest and head voice in your singing.

  • Learn about resonance in singing, breathing, and articulating on Singing Carrots Articles page, which provides various free articles on vocal lessons.

The key to emulate Elliott Smith's voice is to accurately control your pitch, vibrato, and chest-voice/head-voice registers. It is recommended to use a microphone while practicing singing like Elliott Smith, because it will help you get a sense of how your voice comes across. Breath support is key to reach high notes, improve your sustain, and overall vocal endurance. Practice active breathing and replenishing your breath when practicing Elliott Smith's songs.

  • Learn Songs Showcasing Elliott Smith's Techniques:

    • "Angeles"

    • "Waltz #2 (XO)"

    • "Needle in the Hay"

    • "Alphabet town"

    • "Between The Bars"

    • "Say Yes"

By using these practical tips and Singing Carrots' resources for training, learning more about Elliott Smith's music and vocal techniques will help you become a better singer. With practice and using the proper techniques, you can develop your voice and adopt Smith's unique vocal style.

Learn more about this artist vocal range, voice type and repertoire.