Voice

• Nickname

  The Velvet Fog
• Musical Career

  Came to prominence in 1940’s

  Successful until 1990’s
• Vocal Qualities

  Smooth

  Wide Range

  Control

  Phrasing

  Scat Singing

  Emotional Depth

  Warmth

  Clarity

  Vibrato

  Sensitivity to Lyrics

  Stage Presence
• Smoothness

  • very smooth voice
  • delivered lyrics with seamless velvety quality
  • vocal performances felt effortless and soothing
• Range

  • Impressive vocal range
  • baritone range and could also reach high notes with ease
  • versatility allowed him to tackle wide range of musical styles
• Control

  • Exceptional control
  • ability to modulate voice with precision
  • adjusted dynamics and phrasing to convey deep emotions in his singing
  • control allowed him to convey the nuances of the lyrics effectively
• Phrasing

  • Master of phrasing
  • natural sense of timing and rhythm - used to great effect in interpretations of songs
  • added depth and emotion to performances
• Scat Singing

  • Signature talent
  • could improvise vocally using nonsense syllables and intricate vocal patterns
  • create captivating & dynamic musical interludes within his songs
  • virtuosic and added unique flair to performances
• Emotional Depth

  • Ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his voice
  • could imbue performances with genuine emotion and connection to the lyrics
• Warmth

  • Warm inviting voice
  • make listeners feel as though they were being serenaded by a close friend
  • endeared him to audiences and contributed to enduring popularity
• Clarity

  • Diction and pronunciation were exceptionally clear
  • allowed listeners to fully understand and appreciate lyrics
  • enhanced storytelling aspect of singing
• Vibrato

  • Controlled and tasteful vibrato
  • used vibrato to add depth and richness in vocal delivery - especially in sustained notes and emotional passages
• Sensitivity to Lyric

  • deep sensitivity to lyrics of the songs he performed
  • Paid meticulous attention to meaning and storytelling within lyrics
  • allowed him to convey intended emotions effectively
• Stage Presence

  • Charismatic stage presence
  • engaged with audience with charm and wit
  • crested strong connection with listeners during live performances