Fred Waring had a career that lasted over 7 decades, during which he was involved in almost every aspect of music and performance. Besides being a bandleader, choral conductor, and television personality, he was a singer who had a distinctive style. His voice was characterized by an even, bright timbre, impeccable diction, and excellent breath control. Waring's singing style was rooted in the classical tradition but also incorporated elements of popular music of his time.

One of the most unique aspects of Waring’s vocal technique was his evenness across all registers. His voice didn't change its color, texture, or timbre as he went through different parts of his range. This is a result of proper breath support and resonance placement. The singer made frequent use of vibrato, which lent warmth and depth to his sound. Another hallmark of Waring's technique was his crystal-clear diction. Every word was pronounced flawlessly, ensuring that the audience could understand the lyrics of the songs he sang.

If you want to sing like Fred Waring, you need to start by analyzing your voice. Use Singing Carrots' Vocal Range Test to determine your vocal range and learn which songs will suit your voice best. Once you have an idea of your range, you can start to play around with different vocal registers to see where your voice sounds the most even. Use the Voice Registers & Vocal Break article from Singing Carrots as a guide.

Breath support is key to Waring's technique. Performing active breath exercises will help you develop your support muscles and learn to control your breath more effectively. Check out Singing Carrots' Breathing Basics and Breath Support articles for tips and exercises to improve your breathing.

Waring's songs were characterized by great articulation and a precise use of consonants and vowels. Open Mouth & Throat article will give you more insight on this topic.

The Use of Vibrato in Singing article on Singing Carrots gives a comprehensive guide on how to produce vibrato in your singing.

To get a taste of Waring's distinctive sound, check out his version of "Sleep" or "Carolina in the Morning." These songs showcase his signature style, including his use of vibrato and evenness across all registers.

Finally, Singing Carrots' Song Book can help you discover more songs from Waring's era that are suitable for your vocal range.

Remember that to achieve Waring's level of vocal ability, you need practice and patience. So start working on these techniques, keep practicing, and who knows, maybe one day you'll be able to sing "Sleep" with the same ease that Waring did all those years ago.