Vibrato is the rhythmic oscillation in pitch, tone, or intensity, giving your voice a textured, expressive quality. In this video we explore Laryngeal with Diaphragmatic Vibrato, & Hammer Vibrato:
Laryngeal Vibrato:
This type originates from natural oscillations of the larynx (voice box), producing a gentle wave-like variation in pitch. It’s often associated with a warm, expressive quality in singing. To develop laryngeal vibrato, focus on relaxing your throat and vocal cords. Practise holding sustained notes, gently allowing your pitch to oscillate as your vocal cords "bounce" naturally back & forth between 2 notes a semitone apart. Exercises like sirens or sliding scales can help you find and refine this motion.
Diaphragmatic Vibrato:
Driven by the diaphragm and abdominal muscles, this vibrato creates a pulsating effect in volume or pressure while sustaining the same pitch. It adds power and dynamic intensity to your sound. To achieve this, practise deep diaphragmatic breathing and engage your core muscles in a rhythmic "push-and-release" motion while holding a note. Start with slow, deliberate pulses and gradually build speed and control.
Hammer Vibrato (Machine Gun/Flutter Vibrato):
This rapid, fluttering vibrato is created by a very fast oscillation within the larynx, producing a distinctive "machine gun" effect. It’s commonly heard in stylised vocal performances. To practise, focus on achieving very rapid, controlled pulses in your vocal cords while maintaining relaxation in the throat. Experiment with faster laryngeal movements to find the "flutter," and then work on sustaining it evenly. Trying different animal noises like a sheep or dolphin can help us access this method
You may feel yourself naturally gravitate towards one or achieve a vibration naturally through experimentation. Play around with what happens when you let long sounds vibrate up & down or in & out to make your notes come alive.
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