Singing Guide: Mark Keali'I Ho'omalu

Singing Guide: Mark Keali'I Ho'omalu

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu is a talented Hawaiian artist with a unique vocal technique known as the Hawaiian choral tradition. This technique combines falsetto and deep tones to create beautiful harmonies, often seen in Hawaiian chanting. In this article, you will learn how to sing like Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu, from vocal technique to songs showcasing his style.

Key vocal techniques:

  • Falsetto: Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu frequently uses falsetto in his performances to create a unique sound. To practice falsetto, try the pitch accuracy test and focus on hitting the high notes with a light, airy tone.
  • Deep tones: Another hallmark of Ho'omalu's style is the use of deep tones. To resonate your voice and hit those low notes, try resonance exercises and breathing exercises.

Top songs by Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu:

  • He Mele No Lilo: This song features a mix of falsetto and deep tones and is a great example of the Hawaiian choral tradition.
  • Kaulana Kawaihae: This beautiful chant showcases Ho'omalu's use of falsetto and highlights his unique vocal style.
  • I Po Kakuhihewa: Another great example of the Hawaiian choral tradition, this song features deep tones and harmonies that are sure to impress.

Singing tips:

  • Analyze your voice: Take the time to analyze your voice using Singing Carrots' vocal range test and pitch accuracy test to get a better understanding of your strengths and weaknesses.
  • Breathing basics: Proper breathing is essential to singing well. Check out Singing Carrots' breathing basics article for tips on how to breathe efficiently while singing.
  • Warm-up exercises: Use Singing Carrots' pitch training or Farinelli breathing exercise to warm up your voice and prepare for singing.
  • Posture: Good posture can make a big difference in your singing ability. Try Singing Carrots' good singing posture exercise to improve your posture and breath support.
  • Song analysis: Analyze the structure of Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu's songs to better understand his unique vocal style. Check out Singing Carrots' how to analyze a song article for tips on how to do this effectively.

Sing like Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu with Singing Carrots:

  • Use Singing Carrots' search tool to find songs that match your vocal range and genre preference.
  • Discover the vocal ranges of other famous singers, including Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu, with Singing Carrots' vocal range database.
  • Follow Singing Carrots' singing course to learn more about singing theory and practical tips.

With these tips and resources from Singing Carrots, you can learn to sing like Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu and develop your own unique vocal style.

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