Singing Guide: Mandy Harvey

Singing Guide: Mandy Harvey

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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Mandy Harvey has become an inspiration for many singers as a result of her incredible voice and inspiring story. She lost her hearing due to a connective tissue disorder around the age of eighteen, and has since worked tirelessly to perfect her craft using visual tuners and feeling the vibrations of sound with her feet.

One of the aspects which makes Mandy Harvey's performances so unique is the way she engages the audience and tells stories with her music. She has said that she uses her body language to communicate the meaning of the lyrics, and that this helps her to feel the emotions of the song more deeply.

When trying to emulate Mandy Harvey's singing voice, it is important to focus on breath control and enunciation. Exercises which challenge one's ability to control breath and develop good breath support will be particularly useful. As for enunciation, practicing singing with a mouthful of marbles or similar objects to learn clear speech is an excellent strategy. Mandy Harvey's use of hand movements so that the audience can follow the story being told is a useful trick to learn.

In terms of vocal technique, Mandy Harvey has a powerful "belt" voice that extends across her range. 'Marauders" is a great place to start for those wanting to develop that powerful belt. It's essential to learn the difference between head voice and chest voice to achieve Mandy's smooth and consistent vocal quality.

The following tools and resources from Singing Carrots can be particularly useful for those seeking to emulate Mandy Harvey's singing voice:

By leaning into the use of your body language, breath control, enunciation, and vocal technique, you can begin singing like Mandy Harvey. Use Singing Carrots as a resource to hone your skills and find your own authentic voice.

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