Vocal technique

One of the most distinctive features of Heart's music is Ann Wilson's powerful, full-throated vocal style. To develop this type of singing voice, you can focus on the following techniques:

• Breath support: Good breath control is crucial for creating a strong, sustained vocal tone. Check out Singing Carrots' article on breath support for tips and exercises.
• Resonance: Singing with good resonance involves finding the right balance of air flow, tone placement, and vowel shaping to create a rich, full-bodied sound. Singing Carrots' resonance article offers some guidance on how to achieve this.
• Vibrato: A controlled vibrato can add warmth and depth to your singing. Singing Carrots' vibrato video includes exercises to help you develop this technique.

Heart songs to practice

To really hone your Heart-style vocals, it's a good idea to study the vocal melodies and harmonies of their songs. Here are a few tunes to get you started:

• "Barracuda" - This classic rock anthem features Ann Wilson's signature wail, along with tight harmonies on the chorus.
• "Crazy On You" - This song showcases the softer side of Heart, with delicate verses that build to a soaring, emotional chorus.
• "Dog & Butterfly" - The title track from one of Heart's most beloved albums, this song features intricate vocal harmonies that require good pitch accuracy.
• "Alone" - This power ballad is a great example of Heart's ability to convey both fierce strength and tender emotion through their vocals.

Singing Carrots resources

In addition to these song examples, Singing Carrots offers a variety of resources to help you develop your Heart-style singing voice. Here are a few to check out:

• Use the vocal range test to determine your vocal range and compare it to famous singers, including Ann Wilson.
• Improve your pitch accuracy with Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test and pitch training exercises.
• The song search tool can help you find pieces that suit your vocal range and style preferences.
• Singing Carrots' singing course covers everything from basic breathing to stage performance.
• Finally, be sure to take care of your voice by following Singing Carrots' advice on vocal health.

With these resources and some dedicated practice, you'll be well on your way to singing like Heart!