Singing Guide: Home Alone
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Learning to Sing like Macaulay Culkin in Home Alone
If you're a fan of Home Alone, you know that Macaulay Culkin's character Kevin McCallister doesn't just fend off burglars, he also sings his heart out. From "White Christmas" to "Jingle Bells," Kevin's love for singing is a central part of the movie.
If you're looking to learn to sing like Kevin McCallister, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Firstly, Kevin has a relatively high-pitched voice for a young boy. He sings in a soft, almost whispery voice that's full of emotion. To learn to sing like Kevin, you'll want to work on your head voice and falsetto, as these are the registers that allow you to sing in a softer, more delicate tone.
Once you have your head voice and falsetto under control, it's time to start practicing your breath support. Kevin sings from the heart, so his singing is full of emotion. To match that emotion, you'll need to be able to sustain long notes without straining your voice. Breathing exercises like the Farinelli Breathing exercise will help you build the breath support you need for sustained singing.
Finally, you'll want to start practicing your pitch accuracy. Kevin's singing may be emotional, but it's also precise. A key step to improving your pitch accuracy is to take the Singing Carrots Pitch Accuracy Test and to work on the exercises in the Pitch Training section.
Now that you've got the basics down, it's time to start working on specific Kevin McCallister songs. "White Christmas" is a great option, as it's one of the most memorable singing moments in the movie. Another great option is "Jingle Bells," which is upbeat and fun to sing.
No matter which song you choose to sing like Kevin, remember to focus on your breath support and pitch accuracy while singing from the heart. And don't forget to check out the Singing Carrots tools and resources, like the Pitch Accuracy Test and How to learn a song effectively article, to help you achieve your goals.