Singing Guide: Tasha Layton

Singing Guide: Tasha Layton

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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Tasha Layton is a vocalist and songwriter who gained widespread recognition as a background singer for various artists. Later, she gained popularity as an independent artist with her hit songs "Into The Sea", "Love Lifting Me", and "Look What You've Done". Her unique vocal abilities and delivery style set her apart from other contemporary Christian artists.

If you aspire to learn how to sing like Tasha Layton, you should start by exploring and perfecting the fundamentals of singing. These include breathing exercises, vocal strengthening, and pitch accuracy. Once these foundational skills are mastered, you can focus on emulating Tasha Layton's signature vocal techniques.

One of the most notable characteristics of Tasha Layton's voice is her ability to switch seamlessly between her chest and head voice within the same phrase. This technique, commonly referred to as "mixing," creates a smoother, more connected sound and is essential for singing contemporary Christian music. Check out this incredible video of Tasha Layton explaining how to mix your voice. The video is provided by Singing Carrots.

Another signature technique used by Tasha Layton is her use of vibrato. Vibrato is the oscillation of pitch produced by varying the tension of the vocal cords. Tasha is a master of creating a wide, rich, and expressive vibrato. Learning to produce vibrato takes time, but with plenty of practice using tools such as Pitch Training, you can develop and master this beautiful technique.

To develop Tasha Layton's unique style, it's essential to practice singing with emotion and feeling. You can gain inspiration by studying Tasha Layton's songs and the lyrical themes she explores. Some of her famous songs include "Safe Here", "Love Lifting Me", and "Into The Sea". Listen closely to her delivery and mimic, where possible, her tone, and phrasing style.

Singing Carrots offers numerous resources to help you develop your vocal abilities and master the techniques required to sing like Tasha Layton. Use the vocal range test and the pitch accuracy test to establish your voice's natural range and identify areas that need improvement. You can also use the vocal pitch monitor to visualize your sung notes on a virtual piano, allowing you to perfect your pitch accuracy.

Incorporate the pitch training exercises to improve your pitch accuracy and learn to sing without straining your voice. You can also use the search songs feature to order and locate songs that match your vocal range, genre preference, and difficulty level. You can also collaborate with other singers, discuss singing issues and share knowledge via Singing Carrots' online community.

Mastering the art of singing like Tasha Layton requires a commitment to executing the required techniques, plenty of practice, patience, and a willingness to get out of your comfort zone. By utilizing the resources provided by Singing Carrots, you'll be well on your way to emulating Tasha Layton's incredible vocals in no time.

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