If want to learn to sing another musical genre, you must know that it is a little bit tricky. First, it is very important that you are aware of the characteristics of the genre that you want to change. Second, it is very vital that you know to practice in that particular musical genre differently. Third is that you must be able to put your heart and soul into your performance, it is important that you sing originally and naturally in the musical language of the new music genre.
In my own experience as a professional singer here are a few steps on how to learn to sing in a new style:
Listen – If you want to learn new style in music, it is important that you listen to professional singers that have mastery in the kind of style you want to try. Blend yourself in the melodies, vocal embellishments, rhythms, phrasing and articulation that they are using.
Study the performances of singers – You should study and dissect the performances of the singers, whether live or taped. Observe if they lay back or they sing perfectly with the beat of the song. Count how often they do vocal licks and know what are the typical licks they are using.
