Mixed voice singers

1. What is a mixed voice in singing?
2. What does mixed voice sound like?
3. Why do most pop singers like mixed voice?
4. Do classical singers use mixed voice?

What is a mixed voice in singing?

Mixed voice - or mixed coordination - occurs when you sing with a balance of both chest and head voice function. Rather than abruptly “switching” from TA to CT muscle dominance, you are able to more smoothly “hand over” from one register to the next.

What does mixed voice sound like?

Singing in mixed voice, also called middle voice or blended voice, means singing in a combination of head voice and chest voice. This produces a full, bright sound that is similar to belting but is less likely to cause injury.

Why do most pop singers like mixed voice?

Mixed voice is used to bridge the gap between high and low registers known as chest voice and head voice. If a song requires that you hit high notes with power, mixed voice is the way to go.

Do classical singers use mixed voice?

It had a bigger role in more ancient times. However, classical singers DO use a mixed voice in the sense Daniel and Draven described. This register is also sometimes called "male head voice" in classical singing. You have to keep in mind that there are two parts of registration.