If you want to learn how to sing like Ralph Stanley, one of the most renowned bluegrass singers of all time, you must master the art of mountain-style singing. The key to Stanley's sound is the unique and emotional way he delivers simple, traditional songs. His voice is known for its rough, mountain sound and heavy use of vibrato.

To begin your journey towards sounding like Ralph Stanley, start by taking Singing Carrots' vocal range and pitch accuracy tests. These tests will help you determine your current vocal abilities and identify areas where you need improvement. The Vocal Pitch Monitor tool is also a great resource to help you improve your pitch accuracy.

When it comes to technique, Stanley's voice is characterized by his use of falsetto and a high lonesome sound. You can start to emulate this style by practicing your falsetto voice and working to develop your head voice. Articles on vocal registers, voice breaks, and mixed voice will be particularly helpful. Stanley also has a heavy use of vibrato, which can be difficult to master. Fortunately, Singing Carrots offers a useful Vibrato Exercise Video as well as an informative article on Singing with Vibrato.

In terms of songs to practice, Stanley is known for his traditional mountain ballads and his interpretation of Bluegrass classics. Here are some Ralph Stanley hits you should try to learn:

• O Death
• Man of Constant Sorrow
• Little Birdie
• White Dove
• Clinch Mountain Backstep

To further improve your singing, consider taking Singing Carrots' educational singing course. The course provides a comprehensive introduction to singing theory, covering basic topics such as breathing, posture, and articulation, as well as more advanced topics such as contemporary vocal techniques like Twang, Belting, and Heavy Modal.

Finally, mastering the art of mountain-style singing like Ralph Stanley is about more than just technique. It's also about expressing emotion and telling stories through your voice. To help with this, Singing Carrots offers numerous articles and videos on performing, stage fright and how to connect with an audience. Check them out to learn how to perform with technique and emotion.

If you incorporate these resources into your practice routine, you'll be on your way to mastering the unique sound of Ralph Stanley in no time.