Singing Guide: Kiesza
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Kiesza is known for her powerful voice, impressive range, and distinct vocal style. Her unique blend of pop, dance, and R&B influences make her an incredible artist to learn from. In this article, we will explore some of Kiesza's signature techniques and offer practical advice on how to incorporate them into your own singing.
Breathing is an essential aspect of singing, and Kiesza's phenomenal breath control is part of what sets her vocals apart. She is known for singing long phrases with great ease, and her breath support is a key factor in achieving this. You can use Singing Carrots' 'Breathing Basics' (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/active-and-passive-breathing/) and 'Breath Support' (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/breath-support-respiration/) articles as a starting point to develop your own breath control and strengthen your voice.
Kiesza's vocal range and agility is impressive, and one of her signature techniques is using "Twang" in her voice. It's a technique where the pharynx is contracted, and the singer creates a focused sound. This technique can help to increase the singer's pitch accuracy and dynamism. Check out Singing Carrots' Twang video exercise (https://www.youtube.com/embed/c1-fvvYBqmM?start=0) to get started with this technique, and practice regularly to make it a part of your singing.
Another key aspect of Kiesza's vocal style is her use of vibrato. Vibrato is the slight variation of pitch, adding warmth and depth to the sound of your voice. 'Singing with Vibrato' (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/singing-with-vibrato/) article and the 'Beggars Bounce' (https://www.youtube.com/embed/88TjXQEGk_g?start=0) video exercise are designed to develop your vibrato, so incorporate them into your singing practice to achieve a similar style to Kiesza.
To sing like Kiesza, it's also necessary to master the art of phrasing and singing with emotion. Focus on feeling the lyrics and conveying the story behind each song in your own way, while using proper articulation to make the song understandable. The 'Articulation' (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/articulation/) article is a great resource to help you master this skill.
One of Kiesza's most famous songs is "Hideaway", and it's a great example of the use of vocal registers and breathy qualities to create an anthemic quality. Singing Carrots provides articles on 'Voice registers & vocal break' (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/what-are-voice-registers/) and 'Resonance in singing' (https://singingcarrots.com/blog/resonance-in-singing/), which can help you understand how to use registers and resonance when singing.
To summarize, Singing like Kiesza requires a combination of skills, including breath control, vibrato, Twang, and emotion. Kiesza's vocal style, coupled with the correct use of phrasing, articulation, and register, will make you a versatile and impressive performer. Practice often using Singing Carrots' exercises and articles, and enjoy the journey towards developing your own unique Kiesza-inspired vocal style.