How to Learn Singing like Tauren Wells

Tauren Wells is one of the most successful contemporary Christian singers of recent years, with several hits on the charts and a powerful voice. He has a dynamic range and an impressive ability to blend genres, adding soul, pop, and hip hop influences to his music.

If you want to learn singing like Tauren, there are some key elements you should focus on:

1. Breath control: Tauren’s singing is characterized by his impressive breath control. He uses his breath to create dynamic and emotional performances. Focus on breathing exercises, such as those offered in the Singing Carrots breathing basics article and the Farinelli Breathing video, to strengthen your breath control.
2. Vocal range: Tauren is able to hit high notes with ease, while also showcasing a powerful lower range. To improve your vocal range, take the Singing Carrots range test and practice with the Pitch Training educational singing game. You can also use the search songs tool to find songs that suit your vocal range.
3. Mixing genres: A unique aspect of Tauren’s voice is his ability to blend different genres, particularly adding a soulful feel to his performances. To learn how to blend genres, practice singing different songs in varying styles and incorporate different vocal techniques.
4. Emotional expression: Tauren is a master of communicating emotion through his singing. He projects intensity and energy through every performance, making his listeners feel the lyrics and story deep within. When learning to sing like Tauren, it is important to study the lyrics of his songs and to read his expression by watching some of his performances. You can also practice with the Relaxing Breath video to help you control your emotions during performances.
5. Warm-up: Before any singing session, warm-ups are important to help prevent straining your singing voice. Check out The Three-Minute Warm-Up video to help you prepare for singing.

To get started, listen to some of Tauren’s music to gain an understanding of how he uses his voice. Some of his most essential songs are:

1. “Famous For (I Believe)”
2. “Hills and Valleys”
3. “Known”
4. “All About You”
5. “Trenches”
6. “Citizen of Heaven”

Incorporate these songs into your practice regimen, paying attention to how Tauren delivers each verse and chorus. By focusing on key techniques such as breath control, vocal range, genre blending, emotional expressiveness, and warm-up routines, you’ll be well on your way to singing like Tauren Wells.

For more tips on improving your singing, checkout the following resources provided by Singing Carrots:

• Voice types
• Voice registers & vocal break
• Breath support
• Open mouth & throat
• Avoiding constrictions
• Singing with intuition, skills, emotion, and thinking
• Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting
• Vocal distortion & Growling