Frank Sinatra was one of the smoothest singers of his time. He wasn't your typical crooner because he had a style all his own. With his distinctive voice, Sinatra changed the way people thought about music, and he quickly became one of the most beloved musicians of his time.

In this article, we'll highlight the unique vocal technique of Frank Sinatra and discuss practical advice and Singing Carrots resources to help you learn to sing like Ol' Blue Eyes himself.

Frank Sinatra's Vocal Technique

Frank Sinatra's unique vocal style was characterized by his natural, conversational phrasing and his ability to create a sense of intimacy with his audience. Sinatra's powerful and controlled voice allowed him to effortlessly move from a soft whisper to a full-throated, bold sound.

Breath Control

To emulate Sinatra's vocal technique, you should strive to perfect your breath control. Whether it be through Singing Carrots' breathing basics article or the Farinelli Breathing exercise video, improving your breath support will aid in creating conversational phrasing and intimate vocal quality as you move from high to low notes.

Pitch Accuracy

Sinatra's renditions of I've Got You Under My Skin and My Funny Valentine are perfect examples of his vocal range and control. As you work on emulating his vocal style, you may want to try Singing Carrots' Pitch Training game, which will help you work on pitch accuracy through a series of interactive vocal warm-ups and exercises.

Vibrato

As an aspiring singer, you should also pay attention to Sinatra's use of vibrato, which is a subtle variation in pitch that adds warmth and character to the voice. Singing Carrots' Singing with Vibrato article will help you understand how to use vibrato effectively and incorporate it into your vocal style.

Jazz Influences

Finally, it's important to note that Sinatra's vocal style was heavily influenced by jazz music, specifically the bebop style. Songs like I Can't Believe That You're In Love With Me and I Get a Kick Out of You demonstrated his expert use of these musical stylings. Singing Carrots' Pop/Jazz vs Classical singing article can help you understand these differences in depth so you can apply them when singing these classic jazz standards.

Singing Carrots Resources for Aspiring Singers

Singing Carrots offers several resources for aspiring singers looking to improve their vocal technique, including:

• Pitch Training game: A series of interactive vocal warm-ups and exercises to help improve pitch accuracy.
• Songbook: Access to linked lyrics, sheet music, and YouTube audio for selected material of Sinatra's and other famous singers.
• Breathing basics article: A guide to improving breath support.
• Vocal Pitch Monitor: A tool to help you monitor your pitch and analyze your voice in real time.
• Articulation: A guide to improving your ability to pronounce words clearly and distinctly while singing.

With the help of these Singing Carrots resources, you'll be able to improve your singing and become the best singer you can be.