Singing Guide: Rosemary Clooney
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
How to sound like Rosemary Clooney - Tips and Resources
Rosemary Clooney's style can be characterized as warm, mellow, and smooth. Her voice has a natural vibrato, and her phrasing is impeccable. Here are some tips and resources that can help you sound more like Rosemary Clooney when you sing.
1. Understand your voice and range
Before you start singing like Rosemary Clooney, you need to understand your own voice and range. Take the vocal range test on Singing Carrots to determine your vocal range, and check where it stands compared to Rosemary Clooney's range on the artist vocal ranges page.
2. Focus on phrasing and vibrato
One of the hallmarks of Rosemary Clooney's singing style is her phrasing. She sings with a natural, flowing style that makes it feel like she's telling a story. Work on your phrasing by practicing singing with different dynamics, accenting certain words, and experimenting with tempo. Also, pay attention to her natural vibrato and try to incorporate it into your own singing. You can practice singing with vibrato using the singing with vibrato article on Singing Carrots.
3. Work on breath support and control
Good breath support and control are essential for singing like Rosemary Clooney. Focus on taking deep, controlled breaths from your diaphragm. Practice exercises that help you extend your breath, such as the Sustain Vocal video on Singing Carrots.
4. Choose the right songs
Rosemary Clooney sang a wide variety of songs throughout her career, from jazz standards to pop tunes. Choose songs that suit your vocal range and showcase your strengths as a singer. To find songs that suit your vocal range, use the song search tool on Singing Carrots.
5. Get the right equipment
To sound more like Rosemary Clooney, you need the right equipment. Invest in a good microphone and recording software that allow you to record your voice with clarity and richness. The vocal pitch monitor on Singing Carrots can also help you train your pitch and see your sung notes on a virtual piano.
6. Learn from the pros
Finally, to really sound like Rosemary Clooney, you need to learn from the pros. Check out the educational singing course on Singing Carrots to learn great vocal techniques and tips from renowned vocal coaches. You can also watch the Rosemary Clooney page to learn more about her vocal technique and unique style.
With these tips and resources, you're on your way to sounding more like Rosemary Clooney. Remember to practice consistently and have fun with it!