Singing Guide: Patsy Cline
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Patsy Cline was an iconic American country singer. She had a rich, powerful, and soulful voice, and a strong stage presence, that captivated audiences everywhere. To learn to sing like Patsy Cline, there are specific techniques and practices that you can incorporate into your own singing.
One of the most important aspects of Patsy Cline's singing style is her use of vibrato. A steady, controlled vibrato can add depth and emotion to your voice and give your sound a more organic quality. The educational Singing Game Pitch Training offered by Singing Carrots, can help you develop your vibrato muscles and control over them.
Another crucial part of Patsy Cline's voice is her use of phrasing. She often incorporated subtle changes in volume and pitch to create a more moving and dynamic performance. To learn how to craft your own phrasing and improve your overall vocal performance, check out the How to Learn a Song Effectively and Performing on Stage Tips articles by Singing Carrots.
Patsy Cline also used a lot of vocal twangs and growls to give her voice that "lonesome" country sound. To incorporate twang and growl into your own singing, practice the Twang and Growling exercises by Singing Carrots, which are available on their YouTube channel - Twang Exercise and Growling Exercise.
Finally, it's essential to consider Patsy Cline's song choices. Many of her most famous songs, including "Crazy" and "I Fall to Pieces," are straightforward, yet emotionally potent with simple melodies and lyrics that resonate with audiences. Singing Carrots' Song Search tool can help you explore songs that match your vocal range, difficulty level, and genre preferences.
Incorporating these techniques and using the tools and articles provided by Singing Carrots, you can learn to sing like Patsy Cline and develop your voice's unique character and emotional expression.