Singing Guide: Ruth B
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Ruth B is a 25-year-old Canadian singer-songwriter with a unique, soft tone that has won over the hearts of many. Her biggest hit is "Lost Boy," a song that showcases her unique style of singing and storytelling.
If you'd like to learn how to sing like Ruth B, it's important to note that her style is very understated, so precision and clarity are of utmost importance. Here are some tips:
- Analyze your voice: Start by understanding what type of voice you have, what your range is, and what aspects you need to work on. You can use Singing Carrots' vocal range test to determine your range and compare it with Ruth B's range.
- Breathing: Proper breathing is key to controlling your voice and sustaining notes. Learn the basics of breath support and active and passive breathing.
- Open mouth and throat: Ruth B has a distinctly breathy quality to her voice. Learning to use proper placement and space in your mouth and throat will help you achieve this breathy sound without hurting your vocal cords. Singing with an open mouth and throat can also help improve pitch accuracy.
- Pitch accuracy: Speaking of pitch accuracy, be sure to work on this key aspect of singing, as Ruth B's style emphasizes the importance of precision. You can use Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test to assess your pitch accuracy and pitch training exercises to improve it.
- Articulation: Ruth B's songs are highly focused on storytelling, so articulation is important to convey meaning and emotion in your singing. Use Singing Carrots' articulation exercises to help with this.
- Vocal health: Because Ruth B sings with such precision, it's important to maintain good vocal health to prevent damage. Use Singing Carrots' resources to learn about vocal health and healthy singing habits.
Incorporate these tips into your singing practice, and you'll be on your way to singing like Ruth B in no time! Be sure to also check out Singing Carrots' vocal training course and search for songs that match your vocal range, difficulty, and genre preference to help you along the way.