Singing Guide: Grease
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
If you're looking to learn how to sing like Olivia Newton-John in Grease, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. Newton-John has a sweet, clear voice with a lot of purity, and she uses it to great effect in Grease. She's also known for her pitch-perfect delivery and her ability to convey a wide range of emotions through her voice.
One of the key things to focus on when trying to emulate Olivia Newton-John's singing is breath control. This is essential to hitting the notes with accuracy and power. Singing Carrots' breathing basics article and breath support article are great resources to learn and improve your breath control.
Another important aspect of emulating Newton-John's singing is maintaining a smooth vocal tone. Singing Carrots' article on constrictions explores how a lack of breath support can impact vocal tone and how to avoid it. The article on open mouth and throat also provides useful tips on how to improve your singing tone.
When singing like Olivia Newton-John, it's essential to work on your vocal range. Singing Carrots' vocal range test can help you understand the range of your voice, while the search songs tool lists songs based on your vocal range. This can help you find songs that are within your range and suit your voice.
Studying the songs Newton-John performed in Grease is the key to emulating her singing style. Her most popular songs "Summer Nights", "Hopelessly Devoted to You" and "You're the One That I Want" showcase her sweet vocal tone, clear pitch accuracy and amazing emotion conveyed through voice.
By focusing on techniques such as breath control, vocal range and tone, and studying her Grease performances, you will be able to successfully emulate Olivia Newton-John's singing style. If you're looking for more support, Singing Carrots' singing course for beginners offers 21 lessons covering singing theory and practical tips.