Singing Guide: Jane Birkin
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Learning to Sing like Jane Birkin
Learning to sing like Jane Birkin requires both a delicate and whispered voice, in combination with her unique French accent. She was known for her ethereal and airy vocal style that caught audiences' attention.
To start, you should be familiar with your own vocal range. Use the Singing Carrots vocal range test to find it. Once you're aware of your range, it will be easier to select songs to sing that suit your voice.
Jane Birkin's music is well known and loved. She was recognized for her work with French singer-songwriter, Serge Gainsbourg. To sing like Birkin, try singing any of her songs, such as:
Next, master the basics of proper singing technique. Focus on areas such as:
- Analyzing your Voice
- Understanding Voice Types
- Breathing Basics
- Understanding voice registers and vocal breaks
- Breath support
- Opening your mouth and throat while singing
Additionally, learn how to fine-tune your vocal style, by exploring more specific topics. Try Singing Carrot's articles about:
- Singing with intuition, skills, emotion, and thinking
- Resonance in singing
- Singing with vibrato
- Articulation
- Finding your own authentic voice
Another helpful resource is Singing Carrot's vocal training program, designed for beginners, which covers singing theory and practical tips. Check it out here.
Finally, remember to take care of your voice. Take a look at Singing Carrots' article on vocal health for tips on how to maintain a healthy voice and avoid injury.