Practice Songs Helpful for Learning Mixed Voice (Middle Voice) [For Women]
The term “mixed voice.” If you’re interested in singing, you’ve probably heard or seen it at least once.
Many of my vocal training students say, “I want to be able to use mixed voice!” However, I feel that surprisingly few people actually understand what it is.
So what exactly is mixed voice? Simply put, it’s “the voice between chest voice and head voice.” That’s why it’s also called middle voice.
In actual songs, it’s mainly used to cover the high-tone range that’s hard to hit with chest voice, but by changing the balance of how much chest and head voice you mix, you can create a wide range of vocal expressions.
In this feature, I’ve gathered female singers who skillfully use mixed (middle) voice to express their songs.
I’m sure you’ll find plenty to reference when you practice with the goal of mastering mixed voice yourself.
I hope you find it helpful.
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[For Women] Practice Songs Helpful for Learning Mixed Voice (Middle Voice) (11–20)
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This song, Haru wo Tsugeru, is what suddenly brought yama into the spotlight.
Some of you might recognize the opening phrase.
That said, when you actually try singing it, it’s famous for being difficult because of the drastic ups and downs in pitch.
The rhythm is crucial and the tempo is on the faster side, so it’s best to learn it slowly, piece by piece, at first.
YouTube lets you change the playback speed, so I highly recommend using that! When you sing, try not to push on the high notes; if you stay relaxed, you’ll be able to make good use of your falsetto.
It might help to practice singing lightly, with a bouncy feel.
As you get a feel for the melody line, you’ll naturally figure out where to add accents and where to cut the sound.
Once you’re comfortable, try using a bit more breath; that should help you switch smoothly between chest voice and falsetto.
Before putting on the dressJiLL-Decoy association
Among jazz bands, JiLL-Decoy association stands out for their exceptional taste.
Known as “Jill-Deco,” they’ve been attracting attention from hardcore music aficionados.
Of all their songs, the one I especially recommend is Before You Put On the Dress.
It’s a highly intricate jazz number, and right before the instrumental break a mixed voice comes in.
The arrangement moves from mixed voice into falsetto, making it a great pick for anyone looking to strengthen the connection between their chest and head voice.
Trace that dreamYOASOBI
Ano Yume wo Nazotte has a very wide vocal range.
It’s written in a range from D#3 to E5, with the low notes extending more than in other YOASOBI songs.
Speaking of YOASOBI, you probably think of especially high choruses! They’re a perfect fit for this theme.
The A melody stays in the low range, but even there, keep your throat open and let your breath flow.
Making a surprised face helps open the throat—try to maintain that state as you head into the chorus.
In the chorus, you’ll encounter long sustained notes, so engage your lower abdomen to keep your body steady and send your voice straight out with confidence.
That way, your breath will flow well and you can sing smoothly without your voice catching.
Give it lots of tries!
BestieBAND-MAID
BAND-MAID is a girls’ band known not only for their strong conceptual identity but also for their solid musicianship.
Since they mainly play hard rock, many of their songs are famously difficult.
Among their works, the one I especially recommend is “Bestie.” The chorus features several instances of relatively easy mixed voice.
Some people may even be able to sing those parts in chest voice; if that’s the case, try raising the key by one semitone.
It’s a perfect piece for beginners to get a feel for mixed voice, so be sure to check it out.
Style Lyric VideoShimizu Miisa
Among the songs we’re featuring this time, the most technically demanding is “Style Lyric Video.” It’s a track by Miisha Shimizu that opens with a whistle voice.
Since it’s rooted in R&B, it features frequent vocal improvisations (runs/ad-libs), and on top of that, it also includes mixed voice and shouts.
The section where she belts in mixed voice while adding a run at the end of the chorus is an exceptional reference for anyone looking to practice R&B-style mixed voice.