Les Misérables is a musical that’s not just a rendition of Victor Hugo’s poem; it is a work of art, blending music and literature in a way that has left an indelible impression on theater-goers globally. The musical has been around since the early ‘80s and has been staged in numerous cities around the world. The show has several well-known vocalists whose vocal techniques can be emulated to some extent.

One of the most distinct vocal approaches comes from Colm Wilkinson, the Irish actor who played Jean Valjean in the original London and Broadway productions of Les Misérables. Wilkinson’s vocal technique is characterized by the use of vibrato and a strong chest voice, as heard in his rendition of "Bring Him Home." If you’re looking to learn to sing like Colm Wilkinson, here are some tips to get you started:

• Work on your vibrato: Vibrato is a technique that involves singing notes with a slight oscillation in pitch. This technique can be added to a voice by practicing it repeatedly. Singing certain phrases with hums or plucking tones on a guitar to create quick variations in the pitch can help you to work on your vibrato.
• Practice chest voice: Colm Wilkinson’s chest voice is one of his biggest strengths. It’s what makes his vocal performance distinctive and powerful. By working on chest voice techniques, you can develop a full-sounding lower register that gives your singing greater power and volume.
• Control dynamics: Another of Colm Wilkinson's strengths is control over the dynamics of his voice. Every song has its own dynamics, and the ability to control these shifts helps to differentiate an average singer from an excellent one. Practice singing softly and gradually increasing the volume for certain phrases and vice versa.

Taking a vocal course like Singing Carrots’ can also help boost your vocal technique and enhance your singing skills. Here are some Singing Carrots resources that can help:

• The Singing Carrots' vocal range test can help you find out which of these performances is ideal for your vocal range.
• Singing Carrots' pitch training tools can help you work on your vibrato and other techniques essential to mastering Cole Wilkinson's performance.
• The Breathing Basics and Breath support Blogs included in Singing Carrots' articles provided insight on breathing and airflow, which is a significant part of singing.

By working on these tips and using these resources, you're more likely to improve both your singing skills and your knowledge of Cole Wilkinson's unique vocal technique. Happy singing!