There are a lot of different ways to approach singing low notes, but this is what has worked for me...Bob1062 wrote:Are there any contrabass vocalists (in a classical vein, not death metal)?
Through the wonders of youtube, I have just become aware of Matti Salminen (awesome voice!).
Who are some other great low vocalists?
Any simple advice on strengthening my low voice (just for fun really)? I have a really strong and rich F (below bass clef), but E is pretty hard.
-Sing it on a closed vowel (long e, long u). It gives you more resonance, and will get you an extra half/whole step right away. Eventually, you will be able to open the vowel up (long a, ah, long o) with no problem.
-RELAX! You're at risk of seriously damaging your voice if you push it too hard in the low range, especially if you are not a natural bass 2 voice. It becomes a lot easier to hit those low notes when you "place" your voice on them, as opposed to forcing your way down there.
I'd say more, but I have to go to school now...
Justin "my choir director would love this thread" Barleben
