Singing Guide: Ernest Tubb
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Ernest Tubb is undoubtedly one of the most iconic country music singers of the 20th century. His simple honky-tonk style has become a legend in country music circles, and his distinctive baritone voice conveyed the emotion inherent in country music beautifully. If you are looking to learn how to sing like Ernest Tubb, start by familiarizing yourself with his catalog of songs, including "Walking the Floor Over You," "Filipino Baby," and "Soldier's Last Letter".
To achieve a similar style of singing, you need to focus on simple country songs, gradually building up to more complex ones. Ernest Tubb's singing style is bare bones, so practice honky-tonk rhythms and phrasing by studying within his songs. By working with similar songs, you can develop your breath control, pitch, and tone.
At Singing Carrots there are many resources that can help you learn how to sing like Ernest Tubb, including:
- The vocal range test, which provides valuable information about your vocal range and the range of Ernest Tubb.
- The pitch accuracy test, which determines your original pitch accuracy and works to perfect it.
- The pitch training module, including warming up videos, pitch visualization footage, and exercises for range and agility, including specific exercises that support the honky-tonk sound.
- The vocal ranges of famous singers, including Ernest Tubb, an excellent resource for aspiring singers who want to emulate their favorite performers.
- The singing beginner's course – a 21-lesson program that provides foundational information for beginner singers, including an introduction to pitch, rhythm, and breathing techniques.
Finally, study and practice the various topics in the articles provided to support effective singing technique and healthy habits. Developing a honky-tonk voice similar to Ernest Tubb's is achievable with the right exercises and experience, and your effort is sure to pay off when it comes to conveying the same emotion that Ernest Tubb expressed in his music.