How to Have Vocal Range Like Christina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera is one of pop music's most recognizable voices. Her beautiful melodic voice and amazing range has become a force in the music industry. Aspiring to be a singer is one thing, but to encompass the vocal range of Christina Aguilera takes a considerable amount of talent. Here are some steps to help you have vocal range like Christina Aguilera and stake your claim as a superior vocalist.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Listen to Christina Aguilera's music to help you gain a clear idea of how her voice works. Pay special attention to her ballads such as "Beautiful," "Oh Mother" and "Singing my Song" for the best examples of Aguilera's range.

2. Assess your own vocal range by testing your singing limits on Christina Aguilera songs. Pick two or three of your favorite songs (preferably the ones with the most impressive vocal styling) and try to mimic her style, (pay special attention to tone and the ease at which you can switch octaves).

3. Visit a vocal teacher and have them help you to assess your vocal classification. Christina Aguilera is a spinto soprano (which can soar to dramatic vocal heights quite easily and return to a base octave without strain). Aspire to develop a range that reaches from middle C to high D to help you develop a range akin to Aguilera's.

4. Record yourself singing scales, and notice where your voice naturally breaks and where it becomes difficult for you to effortlessly reach the notes. Strive for an effortless reach between octaves without strain. Work on dynamic levels like Christina Aguilera by practicing songs both extremely loud, then soft, and be able to manipulate that ability at will.

5. Exercise your vocal chords whenever possible and take good care of your voice. Ensure that you are healthy at all times, especially before singing, and even consider acquiring a doctor that specializes in vocalist health to help you keep your instrument in top shape.

Tips & Warnings

• Note that Christina Aguilera's vocal range is very well controlled, which helped her to earn accolades as a top female vocalist of all time by MTV and Cove music lists.
• Drink plenty of water and ensure that your environment is well humidified to help your voice to remain crisp and fluid.
• Don't scream or yell frequently, as this will damage the vocal chords and create polyps.

Resources

• Here's a fansite for Christina Aguilera lovers.
• Here is Christina Aguilera's official website.