Singing Guide: Tony Martin
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Learn How to Sing like Tony Martin
Vocal range test can determine if you have the similar vocal range to that of Tony Martin.
Tony Martin was a famous American crooner from the mid-1930s to the mid-1950s. Martin has a rich, baritone voice with a broad vocal range. His tone is smooth and resonant, and his technique and phrasing are both impeccable. Tony had a very laid-back style, but he could also be powerful when he needed to be. Known for his romantic ballads and swinging up-tempo numbers, Tony was perfect in both settings, never failing at giving the audience an unforgettable performance.
Vocal Technique
One of Martin’s unique vocal techniques High range in singing. Tony Martin's vocal ability in his high range is amazing. He could belt out notes that most male vocalists were unable to reach. Another thing that stood out was his breath control. Tony always made long phrases look effortless, and his ability to sustain notes was top-notch. He constantly used vibrato – a rapid, slight variation in pitch to give depth to his voice. He also had a "speak-singing" style, giving great attention to his melody and phrasing. Singing with vibrato add more depth to your voice and make your voice more interesting.
Songs
Some of Tony Martin's most known songs include "To Each His Own," "Begin the Begine," "Jerusalem," "Tonight We Love," "I'll See You in My Dreams," and more. All of his songs showcase his skills in singing ballads and up-tempo numbers alike. Begin the Begine is a perfect example of how Martin could effortlessly maintain a beautiful melody while belting out long notes to add a more jazz-like sound.
Practical Advice & Singing Carrots Resources
How to analyze your voice can help you determine your voice type. Knowing your voice type is critical when attempting to sing like Tony Martin. Proper breathing is also crucial when singing like Tony. Breath support is essential to all great singers, and Tony Martin is undoubtedly one of them. The Singing Carrots singing course is an excellent resource for learning to sing with proper technique. It covers various exercises and vocal tips, so you can develop your own sound, and you can practice using the Vocal Pitch Monitor, which is very helpful for seeing how you hit the notes.
Another useful tool is Search songs by Vocal Range and Vocal ranges of famous singers. You can use these comprehensive resources to find music that’s right for your voice type while also looking for inspiration from musical greats. Employ Pitch Training to develop your pitch accuracy and precision, which can make a great difference in getting your own sound closer to that of Tony Martin.
Proper articulation is key when singing. Singing Carrots' article on Articulation will teach you the best ways to articulate vocal sounds correctly and produce clear, unique sounds. Don't forget to complement the technical work with the Musical side of performing. Our Singing Carrots educational sing-along game, Pitch Training, allows you to develop your ear for music and have fun while doing it. You can also improve posture by incorporating proper posture techniques.