Singing Guide: Quarterflash
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Quarterflash is an American rock band popular in the 1980s. The band achieved mainstream success with their hit songs "Harden My Heart" and "Find Another Fool." The lead vocalist, Rindy Ross, is known for her sultry alto saxophone solos, as well as her captivating voice.
If you want to learn how to sing like Rindy Ross, here are some practical tips and Singing Carrots resources that can help you achieve your goal.
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Build your breath support:
Rindy Ross is known for her powerful vocals. To sing like her, you need to have strong breath support. Singing Carrots' "Breath Support" blog post explains the importance of proper respiration and how to improve breath control. The "Farinelli Breathing" video is also a great exercise for developing breath support.
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Focus on vocal registers:
Rindy Ross uses a mix of chest and head voice, which creates a unique sound. Singing Carrots' "Voice Registers & Vocal Break" blog post explains the different voice registers and how to transition smoothly between them. The "Chest Voice Explained" and "Mixed Voice" videos can help you understand the techniques used to switch between registers.
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Work on your articulation:
Rindy Ross has a clear and precise enunciation. Singing Carrots' "Articulation" blog post explains the importance of clear pronunciation and the exercises to improve it. The "Finger Bite" video is a great articulation exercise to learn.
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Don't forget posture:
Good posture is essential for singing properly. It can help with your breath support and vocal projection. Singing Carrots' "How Posture Affects Your Singing" blog post explains how to maintain proper singing posture and the importance of it. The "Good Singing Posture" video is a helpful visual aid.
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Experiment with vibrato:
Vibrato is a technique used by Rindy Ross to add emotion and depth to her singing. Singing Carrots' "Singing with Vibrato" blog post explains how to produce and control vibrato. The "Beggars Bounce" and "Diaphragm Bounce" videos demonstrate exercises to develop vibrato.
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Learn Rindy Ross' songs:
To sing like Rindy Ross, you must study her music. Singing Carrots' "Search songs by vocal range" tool allows you to find songs that match your vocal range, genre preference, and difficulty level. Study Quarterflash's songs to understand Rindy Ross' unique vocal style.
With the practical advice and the Singing Carrots resources above, you can improve your singing skills and learn how to sing like Rindy Ross. Keep practicing, and you'll be on your way to achieving your goals.