Singing Guide: Laurie Beechman
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Laurie Beechman was a singer and actress known for her roles in numerous Broadway productions such as Cats, Les Misérables, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
To learn singing like Laurie Beechman, it's important to focus on developing a powerful and emotive singing voice. One of the key elements of Beechman's vocal technique was her ability to convey emotion in her singing, whether it was in a Broadway ballad or a rock song. Here are some tips and resources to help you develop your own powerful and emotive voice:
- Breath control: Beechman had excellent breath control, which allowed her to deliver long, sustained notes with ease. To improve your own breath control, try the Farinelli breathing exercise.
- Vocal range: Beechman had a powerful, wide-ranging voice that enabled her to hit both high and low notes with confidence. Use the Singing Carrots vocal range test to determine your own vocal range and identify areas where you can improve.
- Emotion and expression: One of the hallmarks of Beechman's singing was her ability to convey real emotion in her performances. To improve your own emotion and expression, learn about articulation and resonance in singing.
- Articulation and resonance: By improving articulation and resonance, you can add more depth and texture to your singing. Check out the Singing Carrots article on articulation and resonance to learn more.
- Song selection: Beechman's repertoire included a wide variety of songs, from rock and pop hits to Broadway ballads. Choose songs that showcase your voice and help you connect emotionally with your audience. Use the Singing Carrots song search to find songs that match your vocal range and genre preference.
By focusing on these areas of your vocal technique and using the resources available on Singing Carrots, you can start to develop a singing voice that's powerful, emotive, and uniquely your own - just like Laurie Beechman's.