Singing Guide: Kandela Groves

Singing Guide: Kandela Groves

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

Are you a beginner or advanced singer?

Kandela Groves is a rising star from the UK with a distinctive sound characterized by soulful melodies and jazzy riffs. Learning to sing like Kandela requires a combination of vocal exercises, stylistic techniques and emotional expression.

One of the hallmarks of Kandela’s style is her use of vibrato. Vibrato is the oscillation in pitch that gives a singer's voice a wavy, expressive quality. To develop a vibrato like Kandela, it is essential to master diaphragmatic breathing. Singing exercises such as the Farinelli breathing technique can help you control your breath and develop better airflow, which is needed for creating a beautiful vibrato.

Kandela’s voice is also marked by her use of intricate phrasing and distinctive melodic patterns. To emulate her technique, practicing scat singing can be incredibly helpful. This technique involves improvising melodies that mimic the rhythms and flow of Kandela’s music. Singing along with Kandela’s songs and other scatting exercises can help you internalize her unique style and develop a similar flow and phrasing.

Another important aspect of Kandela’s sound is her use of dynamic contrast. Her songs often start with a soft and intimate sound, gradually building up to more powerful and dramatic moments. This technique creates an emotional journey that resonates with listeners. To build up your dynamic range, start by practicing softer notes and gradually increasing the volume and intensity.

To learn more about scat singing and breath support, check out Singing Carrot’s Pitch Training section. This resource highlights numerous vocal exercises, including the Farinelli breathing exercise. The Vibrato and Other Techniques article is also an excellent source for understanding how to develop vibrato and employ other vocal techniques like growling and twang.

Kandela’s rising popularity makes now the perfect time to start familiarizing yourself with her style and incorporating her techniques into your own singing practice. With Singing Carrot’s wealth of training materials and vocal exercises, there’s no limit to what you can achieve as a singer.

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