Singing Guide: Mark Lowry
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Mark Lowry, born on June 24, 1958, is an American singer, comedian, and songwriter. A member of the Gaither Vocal Band, he is known for his light-hearted and humorous approach to gospel music.
One of Mark Lowry's unique vocal techniques is his use of falsetto. His ability to switch smoothly between falsetto and his regular singing voice creates a distinctive sound that is recognized by fans all over. One of the songs that showcase his use of falsetto is the popular "Mary Did You Know."
If you want to learn how to sing like Mark Lowry, here are some practical advice and relevant Singing Carrots resources:
Breathing and Warm-up
Breathing is an essential part of singing, and Mark Lowry uses it to great effect. Singing Carrots' breathing basics article can help you understand how to breathe correctly for singing. The Farinelli Breathing video can help you execute proper breathing, while this 3 Minute Warm Up warm-up can help with pitching.
Using Falsetto
As mentioned earlier, Mark Lowry uses falsetto to great effect in his singing. To learn how to do this technique, Singing Carrots' voice registers & vocal break article and chest voice/voice registers video can help you understand your voice registers, work on your transition between registers, and utilize your falsetto.
Performing
Mark Lowry is also known for his humorous and delightful performances. Singing Carrots' tips for performing on stage article provides helpful advice on how to give a great performance. Additionally, the relaxing breath video can help you control your emotions while on stage.
Songs
Mark Lowry has a vast discography with various styles of music. In addition to "Mary Did You Know," other songs where he showcases the use of falsetto are "What's Not to Love" and "Redeemed."
By using these resources, you too can learn to sing like Mark Lowry. Remember always to practice and never give up on your singing journey.