Larry Verne was an American novelty singer who recorded the hit single "Mr. Custer" in 1960, which was a song about a soldier pleading not to be sent on a suicide mission. Verne's unique vocal technique was characterized by his nasal twang, which he effectively used to deliver comedic and satirical lyrics.

If you're interested in learning how to sing like Larry Verne, here are some practical tips and Singing Carrots resources that can help you master his style.

Breathing and Vocal Warm-ups:

Before you start singing, it's important to warm up your vocal cords and do some breathing exercises. Singing Carrots offers a helpful vocal warm-up video that you can use to get started.

• Farinelli Breathing

Voice registers:

Larry Verne's unique twangy vocal style incorporates elements of both nasal singing and chest voice technique. To learn how to use chest voice effectively, Singing Carrots has an informative article that explains how it works.

• Chest Voice Explained

Pitch accuracy:

Larry Verne's nasal twang relied heavily on good pitch accuracy, and Singing Carrots has a helpful pitch accuracy test that can determine your pitch accuracy and help you improve.

• Pitch Accuracy Test

Singing with intuition, skills, emotion and thinking:

Singing like Larry Verne requires not only good vocal technique but also an understanding of how to deliver comedic and satirical lyrics effectively. Singing Carrots has a great article on how to sing with both intuition and emotion, which can help you convey the humor embedded in Larry Verne's music.

• Singing with Intuition, Skills, Emotion and Thinking

Vocal health:

Maintaining proper vocal health is important for any singer, and especially those who sing in Larry Verne's style. Singing Carrots has an informative article on how to maintain good vocal health and prevent damage.

• Vocal Health: Prevent Damage, Healthy Habits

Some popular songs that showcase Larry Verne's twangy vocal style include "Mr. Custer", "Please Mr. Custer", and "Helsinki" among others. Use Singing Carrots' song search to find more.

Learning to sing like Larry Verne may take some practice and dedication, but Singing Carrots' resources can help you master his unique nasal twang and humorous vocal style. Good luck and have fun!