Singing Guide: The Steve Allen Show
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
For those looking to learn singing, especially in the genre of jazz, there are few better examples to follow than the legendary crooner, Frankie Laine. Known for his deep, rich vocals, Laine was one of the most successful rhythm and blues singers of the 1950s and received critical acclaim for his immense range, dramatic phrasing and natural talent.
If you want to learn how to sing like Frankie Laine, start by feeling the music. Take inspiration from Laine's performances on The Steve Allen Show, where he would effortlessly belt out swingin' tunes with the panache of a natural performer. Laine's signature vocal technique involved a mix of chest and head voices, with rapid vibrato and a resonant, soulful timbre.
To master this singing style, it's essential to first gain control of your breathing and vocal range. Singing Carrots has an array of resources that can help singers at any level and provide assistance in building these critical foundations. You might also find significant value in our popular blog posts, including "How to analyze your voice", "Voice types", "Breathing basics," and "Breath support."
One of the most crucial aspects of learning to sing like Frankie Laine involves practicing warm-ups designed for the chest and head voices. Singing Carrots has several resources, including "Singing Comfort Zone" for chest voice warm-up, "Humming" exercises for head voice and "Sustain Vocal" for practicing breath control.
Frankie Laine's discography boasts several signature songs, including "Jezebel," "Rawhide," and "Mule Train" that showcase his unique vocal range and style. Studying and singing along with these classic tunes can provide valuable experience and help fine-tune your ability to deliver a compelling performance.
To recap, to learn singing like Frankie Laine:
- Practice warm-ups for chest and head voices.
- Study Laine's performances on The Steve Allen Show.
- Pay attention to your breathing and vocal range by using Singing Carrot’s resources, including our vocal range test, pitch accuracy test, and pitch training exercises.
- Sing classic tunes like "Jezebel," "Rawhide," and "Mule Train."
By using these tips and utilizing the resources and tools provided by Singing Carrots, any singer can begin to master the challenging and rewarding style of singing associated with legendary crooners like Frankie Laine.