Singing Guide: Woody Woodpecker
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Woody Woodpecker is a famous character known for his unique voice and energetic personality. His creator, Mel Blanc, voiced the character using a technique called "voice striking". This technique involves repeatedly striking the vocal cords together, resulting in a high-pitched, staccato voice.
To learn how to sing like Woody Woodpecker, start by practicing voice striking. You can use Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test to practice hitting the same note repeatedly, like Woody's famous laugh. Another helpful tool is the Breath/Warm-up/Practice-starter video, which will help you develop breath control and warm up your vocal cords.
In addition, it's important to work on your articulation. The Finger Bite exercise will help you improve your diction and make your words clearer. You can also practice humming to improve your resonance and refine your voice.
When it comes to songs, "The Woody Woodpecker Song" is an obvious choice. This upbeat tune features Woody's distinctive laugh and energetic personality. Another song to try is "The Barber of Seville", which includes a vocalization of Woody's laugh.
To further develop your singing skills, consider enrolling in Singing Carrots' singing course. This 21-lesson program covers singing theory and practical tips to help you improve your vocal skills. You may also want to explore Singing Carrots' song-book, where you can create your performance set and get linked lyrics, sheet music, chords, karaoke, and YouTube audio.
By practicing voice striking, improving your articulation, and singing songs that showcase Woody Woodpecker's unique voice, you can learn to sing like this iconic character. With Singing Carrots' resources, you have the tools you need to develop your skills and become a better singer.