Singing Guide: Kenny Burrell

Singing Guide: Kenny Burrell

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

Are you a beginner or advanced singer?

Kenny Burrell is known for his soulful playing, which has earned him the title of "an orchestrator in guitarist's clothing." You can learn to sing like Burrell by studying his repertoire and developing a smooth and soulful approach to your singing.

To truly master Burrell's unique playing style, consider taking a closer look at some of his most famous songs such as "Midnight Blue," "Chitlins Con Carne," and "God Bless the Child" to get a feel for his playing.

When it comes to emulating Burrell's style, focus on your phrasing as he often utilizes a jazz-inspired approach to his music which allows for emotive and rhythmic progression. In addition to developing your vocal range and control, work on different dynamics and tonal qualities as used by Burrell in his playing.

Utilize resources available to you such as Singing Carrots to gain the necessary skills needed to sing like Burrell. Resources like the vocal range test, pitch accuracy test, vocal pitch monitor, and pitch training exercises can all help you improve your singing skills. Be sure to pay attention to your breathing and posture by using breath support exercises and studying articles like those on voice registers and vocal break, resonance, and avoiding constrictions

In no time at all, with a combination of Singing Carrots, studying Burrell's repertoire, and focusing on developing your control, range, and phrasing, you will be well on your way to singing like one of the greatest and smoothest guitarists of all time!

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