Singing Guide: The Burnt Part Boys
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
"The Burnt Part Boys" is a bluegrass musical originating from the Blue Ridge Mountains and telling a heartwarming story of three boys on a mission to conquer their fears and face adulthood. The show boasts an amazing original score with roots in bluegrass music and elements of other genres. Specifically, one of the most recognizable vocal techniques in bluegrass is a unique style of singing called "high lonesome," which is great for those who want to improve their singing voice in this genre.
If you want to learn how to sing like "The Burnt Part Boys" cast, the most important thing to keep in mind is to focus on the distinctive characteristics of this style. The high lonesome sound is characterized by a high-pitched, nasal delivery, and a great amount of emotion and dynamics. You can find more information on the nature of bluegrass singing in this singing article.
To start improving your singing in this style, a perfect beginning is the vocal range test to get to know your vocal capabilities and understand what range works best for you. Then, use the search tool to find songs with related vocal difficulty and genre preference options. With that, choose something from the bluegrass genre.
Practical advice for singing is in these Singing Carrots articles:
- How to analyze your voice
- Breath support
- Open mouth & throat
- Articulation
- Resonance in singing
- Vocal health
- How posture affects your singing
- Tips for performing on stage
Moreover, the following exercise videos and tools may be useful:
- Farinelli Breathing
- Humming
- Good Singing Posture
- Relaxing Breath
- Sustain Vocal
- Soft Palate
- Stop Sounding Nasal
- Chest Voice Explained
- Glottal Onset
- Stage Tips
Test your Pitch accuracy and use the Vocal Pitch Monitor to see your sung notes on a virtual piano. Try the Pitch Training game to practice singing on pitch.
In conclusion, to sing like "The Burnt Part Boys," you need to focus on the high lonesome bluegrass singing style and practice your skills regularly. Singing Carrots offers many resources for learning and improving your singing that will help you become a successful bluegrass singer. Start with our advice, find songs that match your vocal range, and keep practicing.