Singing Guide: When Harry Met Sally
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
When thinking about how to learn singing like Meg Ryan in "When Harry Met Sally," it's important to note her unique vocal technique. Ryan portrays a character who sings standards with a sweet and innocent timbre, but also has a slightly husky quality to her voice.
One song that showcases Ryan's vocal style is "It Had to Be You," which she sings in a duet with Billy Crystal's character. Another great example is "The Surrey with the Fringe on Top" from the musical Oklahoma!.
To start building a foundation for your singing, it's essential to recognize your vocal range. Singing Carrots offers a free vocal range test that compares your range with famous singers'. Make sure you're breathing properly by checking our breathing basics article, and understand your voice type by reading our voice types article.
Developing a good ear for pitch accuracy is key to sounding like Meg Ryan, so check out Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test and our vocal pitch monitor, which shows sung notes on a virtual piano.
For practice, Singing Carrots' pitch training offers interactive vocal warm-ups, pitch visualization, and exercises for range and agility. Through these exercises, you can learn how to control your voice with breath support while avoiding constrictions.
If you're interested in studying Ryan's vocal technique further, read Singing Carrots' article on pop/jazz vs classical singing to understand the differences between the two styles. Additionally, contemporary vocal techniques such as twang and belting are covered in our vocal techniques article.
For vibrato, an important aspect of Ryan's voice, Singing Carrots offers a video that teaches how to create vibrato through diaphragm bouncing.
Last but not least, mastering your articulation is vital for clear communication while singing. Singing Carrots offers an articulation exercise called the Finger Bite and an article on proper pronunciation.
Overall, an important tip for singing like Meg Ryan in "When Harry Met Sally" is to not only imitate, but also develop your own personal voice. For more details on finding your own authentic voice, read Singing Carrots' article on the subject.
By using Singing Carrots' vocal tools and exercises, you can develop the skills needed to sing like Meg Ryan and many other famous singers.