Singing Guide: Susan Egan
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Susan Egan is a multi-award-winning American actress, singer, dancer, and voice actress known for her powerful mezzo-soprano voice, impeccable stage presence, and acting talents. Egan has performed in various Broadway productions, gaining acclaim for her portrayal of Belle in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast".
To sing like Susan Egan, it is essential to master the fundamentals of singing, such as proper breathing techniques, voice projection, and vocal control. Start with the breathing basics and active breaths to develop the necessary breath support. You can practice Susan Egan's signature growling technique with the How to Growl Exercise video. Susan Egan also incorporates twang and belting in her performances; thus, you can use the Heavy modal, Twang, Belting singing techniques article to master those abilities. Susan Egan is also known for singing with vibrato, as you can see in the song "I Won't Say (I'm in Love)," which you can analyze with the Singing with Vibrato article.
Additionally, Susan Egan's voice mimics the speaking voice; you can develop your articulation with the Finger Bite activity or the Articulation article. You may also want to explore the resonance in singing article to hone your sound and see examples of Susan Egan's remarkable resonance in action. Practice singing chest voice with the Chest Voice Explained video to explore the chest voice element in Susan Egan's singing.
To develop your confidence performing, use the tips for performing on stage article and the How to overcome stage fright article. Also, good singing posture will allow you to project your voice and sing with more confidence, so try the Good Singing Posture video to strengthen your posture and increase the quality of your performance.
To find Susan Egan's music, visit the Singing Carrots song search and find songs that match your vocal range and difficulty. You'll find sheet music, chord progressions, and lyrics, making it easy to learn and practice. You can also use the Vocal range test tool to determine your vocal range, comparing it with famous singers, and use the progress statistics feature to monitor your singing improvement as you progress.
Finally, to get a solid foundation, the Singing Carrots educational singing course provides a comprehensive introduction to singing theory and practical tips from warm-ups, breathing techniques, and pitch accuracy training to vocal exercises and vocal health advice that is essential for developing your own authentic voice.
By learning from and practicing with the resources outlined above, you can develop the skills necessary to sing like Susan Egan. With dedication and practice, you will learn how to use your voice in a way that showcases your talents and creates a unique sound that is all your own.