Singing Guide: The Five Satins
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
The Five Satins are a doo-wop group from Connecticut known for their harmonies and smooth vocal style. Many singers aspire to sing like The Five Satins, and in this article, we'll explore how to learn to sing like them.
One of the unique vocal techniques used by The Five Satins is their use of smooth, soulful harmonies. To achieve this sound, focus on developing your ear training skills. Singing in a group where you can match pitch and harmonize with others will help you develop this skill.
Another important aspect of The Five Satins' style is their use of vibrato. To work on this, try the diaphragm bounce exercise, which you can find in the skills-related videos section. This exercise will help you develop control over your diaphragm, which is an essential skill for producing smooth vibrato.
One of The Five Satins' most well-known songs is "In the Still of the Night," which showcases their smooth harmonies and romantic ballad style. To learn how to sing this song effectively, check out the article on how to learn a song effectively, in the resources section.
Another important aspect of learning to sing like The Five Satins is mastering breath control. In the article on breath support, you'll learn how to breathe deeply and support your voice with your diaphragm. This technique will help you sing long phrases without running out of breath.
For vocal range training, you can take the vocal range test. This test will help you identify your vocal range and compare it with the ranges of famous singers, including The Five Satins.
In summary, to learn to sing like The Five Satins, focus on developing your ear training skills, working on your vibrato, mastering breath control, practicing the smooth harmonies showcased in their songs, and identifying your vocal range with the vocal range test. Singing Carrots also offers a few tools to help you achieve this goal, such as the Pitch Training game, which can be found in the tools section. Good luck!