Singing Guide: Freaky Friday [Musical]
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Do you find yourself singing along to every musical on stage? Are you constantly dreaming of a life on the edge of the spotlight wearing your best show clothes? If so, you are not alone. If you're looking to learn how to sing like the stars of the stage, allow us to introduce you to Freaky Friday: The Musical.
Freaky Friday is a modern retelling of the classic story that fans everywhere have come to know and love. In this version, a mother and a daughter switch bodies, giving both a new perspective on their lives. With music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey, this production will have you singing your heart out.
What makes Freaky Friday's music so unique is the way it blends upbeat pop elements with classical Broadway sounds. Fans of modern pop music will love the catchy hooks, while those who prefer more traditional musical theatre styles will appreciate the complex vocal arrangements, many of which feature incredible harmonies. If you want to learn how to sing like the stars of Freaky Friday, you need to work on developing your ability to harmonize.
To start, we recommend taking the Vocal Range Test to determine your starting point and identify your vocal range. Then, dive into Singing Carrots' Pitch Training module to help you improve your pitch accuracy. Once you've developed a solid foundation, move onto the Breathing Basics module to learn how to properly breathe and support your voice.
One of the key elements that sets Freaky Friday apart is the way the characters use their voices to match the energy and attitude of the story. Some of the standout tracks include "Just One Day," "The Hourglass," and "Bring My (Baby) Brother Home." These tracks bring to life the unique vocal style that's been developed for the show.
In order to fully embrace the Freaky Friday sound, we recommend studying the vocal techniques used by the cast. Check out our article on Vocal Registers and Vocal Breaks to learn how to accurately transition between vocal registers, and our article on Resonance in Singing to explore the various types of resonances you can develop as a singer.
Through building a strong foundation and understanding the vocal techniques used in Freaky Friday, you will be on your way to mastering the style and sounding like a professional! Finally, Singing Carrots' Song Search feature is a great way to explore more songs that fall within your vocal range and that are similar in genre and style to Freaky Friday.
We hope this guide helps you develop your skills as a singer and master the style of the stars of Freaky Friday. Start exploring the resources today and remember to always have fun and love what you do!