Are you a fan of musical theatre? Do you remember the classic movie Mary Poppins? Now you can witness the magic of Mary Poppins once again, but this time in the form of Mary Poppins: The New Musical.

But what if you want to take it further than just watching this stage production? What if you want to learn to sing like Mary Poppins herself? In this educational article, we'll explore the vocal techniques and practical exercises that can help you sing like the iconic nanny herself.

One distinctive part of Mary Poppins' singing is her use of vibrato. In order to sing with vibrato like Mary, you first need to start with a basic understanding of what a vibrato is. Start with this helpful article from Singing Carrots: Singing with Vibrato

Another technique that Mary Poppins utilizes is known as "belting." This is a powerful vocal technique that involves emphasizing the chest voice to create a strong, resonant sound. To learn more about belting and how to do it properly, check out this Singing Carrots article: Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting

A key aspect of Mary Poppins's character is her precise and professional demeanor. To achieve this, articulation is essential. This article from Singing Carrots: Articulation will provide tips on how you can improve your articulation and sing with clarity.

Now that we've covered some of the specific vocal techniques that Mary Poppins uses, let's take a look at some of her famous songs that you can add to your repertoire.

1. A Spoonful of Sugar - This upbeat song is a great way to warm up your voice. Start with some basic exercises, and then move on to singing this song's lively verses.
2. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious - Perhaps one of the most well-known musical numbers in Mary Poppins: The New Musical, this song is a perfect showcase for Mary Poppins' distinct vocal style.
3. Let's Go Fly a Kite - This song's bright and hopeful melody is a great way to practice your dynamics and phrasing.
4. Anything Can Happen - This song's lively and whimsical lyrics can help you work on your vocal range and inflection.

With these tips, techniques, and songs in mind, you can start to learn to sing like Mary Poppins! But don't forget to monitor your progress, and keep practicing with the help of Singing Carrots' practical tools like Pitch Training - Educational Singing Game and Vocal Pitch Monitor. Best of luck in your singing endeavors!