Singing Guide: Mondo Cane

Singing Guide: Mondo Cane

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

Are you a beginner or advanced singer?

Mondo Cane, a pseudonym of Mike Patton's Italian-language project, was born in 2010 as a tribute to old Italian pop music of the 1950s and 60s. The name "Mondo Cane" is Italian for "A Dog's World," which explains the band's offbeat and eclectic nature.

Mondo Cane's music is characterized by Mike Patton's distinctive and versatile voice, which can shift from crooning to barking depending on the occasion. The project has a rich musical palette, experimenting with different genres such as lounge, orchestral pop, and rock. Mondo Cane's performances are often accompanied by a symphony orchestra, enlivening the atmosphere and adding a rich and complex harmony to their music.

If you want to learn how to sing like Mike Patton in Mondo Cane, here are some tips to help you get started:

  • Find Your Vocal Range
    Mondo Cane's music often requires a wide vocal range that can shift between different styles and genres. You can start by determining what your vocal range is by taking Singing Carrot's vocal range test. This will help you understand your strengths and find what range you are comfortable singing in.

  • Breath Support
    You will want to develop strong breath support as Mondo Cane draws heavily from classical music and requires a lot of vocal control. Check out Singing Carrots' "Breath Support Basics" blog post to learn how to control your breath and sing with more control.

  • Practice Singing with an Orchestra
    If you want to accurately replicate the sound of Mondo Cane, practice singing with the backing of an orchestra. Singing Carrot's "Vocal Pitch Monitor", "Pitch Training", and "Singing Course" will help you learn how to sing with an orchestra and refine your skills.

  • Learn Italian Language and Pronunciation
    Many Mondo Cane songs are in Italian, so it is important to learn how to speak and properly pronounce Italian words. Singing Carrots' "Articulation" blog post is a great starting point which can help you refine your pronunciation and develop your ability to sing in Italian.

  • Experiment with Vocal Techniques
    To accurately replicate Mike Patton's unique sound in Mondo Cane, experiment with vocal techniques such as Twang, Heavy Modal, Belting, and Vibrato. Singing Carrots' "Contemporary Vocal Techniques" blog post and the related videos will help you learn and practice these techniques.

Conclusion
Learning to sing like Mike Patton in Mondo Cane can be challenging, but with Singing Carrots' resources, you can quickly improve your skills. By utilizing the Mondo Cane-esque resources provided, singing in Italian, and familiarizing yourself with different vocal techniques, you will be closer to mastering the unique sound and style of Mondo Cane.

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