Paolo Conte

Paolo Conte is an Italian singer, pianist, and composer. His deep, gravelly voice and jazzy piano playing are instantly recognizable. He's known for his unique blend of Italian folk music, jazz, and blues. Here are some tips on how to learn singing like Paolo Conte.

Learn The Basics

Before you dive into Paolo Conte's unique vocal techniques, it's important to build a strong foundation. Singing involves breath control, posture, diction, and tone. Take some time to work on these skills and make them strong.

• Our Breathing basics can teach the fundamentals of proper breathing for singing.
• Take our Vocal range test to understand your range, and start singing within that range.
• Watch this video on Good Singing Posture to ensure you have great posture when you sing.
• To get some tips on good diction, head over to our Articulation article.

Vocal Technique

Now, let's look at the unique vocal techniques that make Paolo Conte's voice stand out.

• Conte makes use of a Heavy Modal voice technique. Our article on Contemporary vocal techniques explains what Heavy Modal technique is and how it can be achieved.
• Another trademark of Conte's singing style is his gritty, gravelly quality. This is achieved through vocal distortion, which you can learn about in our Vocal distortion & Growling article and exercise, How to Growl Exercise.
• Conte also makes use of Vibrato in his singing. Our article on Singing with Vibrato can help you learn this technique.

Classic Paolo Conte Songs

To get a better sense of Paolo Conte's unique style, here are a few of his classic songs that showcase his vocal technique:

1. "Una Faccia in Prestito"
2. "Blue Tango"
3. "Via Con Me"
4. "Sparring Partner"

Singing Course

If you're interested in a more comprehensive singing course, our Singing Course could be just what you need. This program covers everything from warm-ups to belting and vibrato.

Conclusion

By following our tips and using our resources, you'll be on your way to singing like Paolo Conte in no time. Remember to build your foundation, work on his unique techniques, and listen to his classic songs for inspiration.