Range and registers · Intermediate · Pop and R&B, Musical theatre, Rock
Bratty "nay" belt
Belting is loud, speech-like singing. A bratty "nay" gives the closure and brightness of a belt while keeping the throat out of it.
How to do it
- Call "nay!" like a teasing child.
- Strong, but never shouting.
- Stop and go lighter if anything scratches or squeezes.
Remember Loud like calling a friend, not like shouting.
Take care Stop if it hurts, scratches or tires the voice. Belting should feel like speech.
| Numbers | 1 3 5 3 1 |
|---|---|
| Sargam | S G P G S |
| Solfa | do mi sol mi do |
| Notes | G B D B G |
| Sung on | nay nay nay nay nay |
Where it comes from
- Complete Vocal Technique: the "edge" mode
- Pattern: NSM original
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