You don't develop into a bass; sorry, not the way it works. You can learn to go slightly higher by thinning out the vocal cords, but you cannot go lower in chest voice than your vocal cord thickness will allow. A baritone doesn't develop into a bass and hit an F#1 in chest voice... that's just not possible.
@@johndeeregreen4592 What Geoff himself said when he said that he considered himself a baritone with a developed bass range was that it was much more comfortable for him to sing in the baritone range than the bass range. But you sure can't tell it from the way he is able to reach the notes that he does in chest voice.
@@patriciaschuman4205, your most comfortable place to sing, your modal, chest, or tessitura (whatever you would like to call it) is in the center (F0) of our speaking voice. Geoff's speaking voice averages around a D2. He has never been a baritone... he obviously just never realized he was truly a bass.
geoff is the GOAT of deep voices in my opinion. he even did a video where you hear him speak in his normal speaking voice and it just makes everything make sense with how deep he can go
Part of what he can do is because of training for what is called "Broadcast Voices". It is training people take who want to get into being Radio DJs or Broadcasters for the news, etc. and the big thing they learn and work on is projecting their voices. I think that is what really separates Geoff from other great Bass singers is his ability to project his voice as he can and it helps give him one of the cleanest and clearest Baritone voices out there.
Dude looks like he should be on the cover of a magazine...and then there's the voice. It's just not fair!! And if you ever hear him speak, you'll have the answer to your question about why his lower register is fuller than most and why he doesn't get vocal fatigue down there. It's because that's where his normal voice lives. I think he's got 4-5 octave range, but he LIVES down low, so that's where he's comfortable.
I'm with you there! I LOVE deeper notes. Geoff Castellucci is one of my favorites on youtube because his voice is more than just gravel on these notes. Not to mention how quickly and seamlessly he can slip out of that depth.
I can't get over those low notes they give me the chills great singer .You look like 🔥 today and everyday love to you and Jaden. Be careful if all the storms come your way
Geoff has commented multiple times on being a perfectionist, and doing 70-80 takes before he's happy with something. That implies that he doesn't easily get vocal fatigue.
@@kIDNEYKid-xt9uc Of course, the real goal is to be relaxed whether you're hitting high or low, and as you pointed out, people are likely to strain for low notes also. It takes practice/training to hit notes at both extremes while staying relaxed.
@@kIDNEYKid-xt9uc I guess strain is the wrong word. When you tighten up and push notes harder, it makes them go higher, rather than lower. It's not like when you've been screaming out notes. He probably does get fatigue eventually, but it's not the same. He says he usually does those hard to reach low notes when he first wakes up. He also multi-tracks those notes and boost the bass on the recordings. But he can produce them live in the air, since he's done it in live recordings on his tiktok. He has worked hard to improve his lower range. It didn't come naturally, like some people would like to believe. Your voice is a muscle, and he has worked on his voice for a lot of years, and continues to improve.
you should check out some of Geoff Castellucci's newer songs such as 'Way Down', in that he hits a C1 i believe and he does the same in some of his other ones and i think in one of them he even hits a B0. i love his version of Shenandoah.
@@k5sss second subharmonics B0 is so nice man, I could tell he used it because I use the same technique for second subs, he started on a nice F1 subharmonic and then pushed just a tiny bit more to pop out the B0
@@upsidedownpyramid7617 geoff doesn't know second subs. the B0s in Halo are all first subs. Theres been a couple times he accidentally pops into second subs, but theyre extremely short
@@goldenpie6 that’s an impressive first sub to hit, then again he is a much lower bass than myself and a better singer overall. I can hit it first subs but it is very tough to project anything below a D2 for me, so below an Eb1 subharmonic I tend to habitually hit them as second subharmonics. I have down to A1 chest (super airy because I’m not an okavist, more of a low baritone or standard bass), E1 chest fry, B0 subharmonic, A0 growl, and F0 on fry I believe.
I remember Geoff saying in an interview that something to keep in mind is that he is actually a very quiet singer. None of these really low notes are particularly projectable, at least not by him. He's not going to fill an auditorium with sound all by himself. Modern recording/performing equipment is necessary for those notes to shine like they do. The same is true, I would wager, for guys like Tim Faust, Avi, Tim Storms, etc.
there is tone, then there is volume. With voice overs and multitrack and compression and EQ, they can sound 'better than they really are' but he does have a good voice and knows how to make videos. Not a Basso Profundo, but, does what he does and is entertaining too.
@@digitalnow3697 Oh, no doubt. I've tried to learn how to do subharmonics and can't seem to get it, and I'm starting with a range slightly lower than traditional baritones. To be fair, my vocal cords don't fully work, so that may be the limitation, but regardless, Geoff is an impressive singer. His functional range is astounding.
To answer the question. Yes we do feel it. Our folds have to be extremely relaxed to hit those notes. Some of which are subharmonics. Its the same as any vocal technique, it costs energy and effort
Geoff has a video about practice techniques learned from other exceptional bass singers Lower tones are combinations of normal tone mixed subtonics. Some tenors can expand bass range more, although some might not.
Oh, yeah, I can totally sing that low. But only in the first 2 minutes after I wake up. Not only are his notes low, but his articulation is clear. Most soprano drop articulation once notes go above the staff, but his articulation is also effortless way below the staff. His Headless Horseman video is fun, too.
First, Mamma's looking smokin' in her red dress...Second, thank you for covering Jeff. Please cover more Voiceplay, any of their last 5 videos would be wonderful if you can find the time.
As a bass (B0-B4), I’ll answer your question at 3:04… The lower notes do take a lot more air and breath control, and the vocal folds dry out fast so I keep water handy, but it’s not nearly as much “work” as singing up in falsetto.
I watched a video of Morgan Freeman answering how he keeps his voice in such great shape. Now he's not a vocalist, but arguably the most iconic voice of all time. He said he yawns constantly. Since I heard that, I've been yawning every time I possibly can. It REALLY did help... I've dropped about an octave in my range in the last 3 years...
I’m pretty late, but I had the chance to talk to a bass singer in an a cappella group that can hit an E1. He said that it really is just as straining singing low and stuff. I remembered this video and asked.
As much as I love and respect Geoff (I've been adding reactions to his cover of 16 tons to a playlist since it premiered), nothing that I've seen on YT has touched me like what you said about Peter. It was, to me, a divine gift and I will be grateful for that until I die. Thank you for giving an old and grumpy man a reason to be happy and to share that happiness, that spirit of blessing, with all that are around me. Thank you, again, from me and from all who were inspired by Peter's story. Never doubt, dear Tara, how you positively affect life on earth.
Wow, you brought me to tears with your beautiful words. I am so humbled to have made a difference in your life. Thank you for keeping Peter’s spirit alive by continuing to spread light and love to those around you. You truly made my day!
Geoff is a beast and I love him. Totally recommend his Monster Mash video and other Voiceplay video. Speaking of recommendations, please please please react to Dimash’s new song! It’s soo versatile and heartbreaking!!
Oh Tara... 1st, I continue to be blown away by your awesome reactions and analysis videos. Now, if I may make a request... I just want to see your face when you react to Geoff's "Blackbird" cover. It will truly amaze... Cheers!
Hi Tara👋 please react to Dimash "The story of one sky" bcoz the song is very very epic and mind-blowing please react to it bcoz you are the only one I know who can explain it briefly 🥺🥺🥺
I really like bass singers as well and a couple of my favourite songs right now are from the same "group" I think you might like : The Wellermen Misty Mountain which is nearly all tiktok bass singers and, Hoist the Colors by Bobby Bass and the Bass Singers of TikTok they are really good X
subharmonic is what he is using and then he can add a growl to ge tthat last little bit. it's acctually super relaxing that gets you there so it's hard to stay in but not straining, just hard to control.
Hi Tara, love your content. Been silently following for years. - kinda missed your personality / analysis /summary shinning through before and after the reaction. Whilst I get it's a way to reduce drag (and get straight to the point), some of us (or is it just me?) don't only subscribe for the straightforward reactions, but think you exude great energy as a compliment to the reactions. It's the little things..the intro, emotions, segues, course material, zooming into coach mode, summary etc that make it pleasant to casually sit through. Just a thought. Don't need to change what you feel you want to do cos of just me. I'm just one subscriber. Great content as always. Still the best vocal coach on RU-vid.
Hey Tara! This is my first video of yours that I've seen but I wanted to answer the question you asked at 3:00. I have a range of D1-F5 (That includes subharmonic range but I'm also 15 so I say it counts) and I can confirm to you that it is actually very similar fatigue wise to sing super low as it is to sing super high. It isn't as hard I would say but it is absolutely crucial to have water or else you will fatigue and fry your voice when you're singing super low notes I hope this helps! 💜
Hi Tara. You have to hear, The Bass Gang singing Hooked on the Feeling. The lead singer sounds a lot like Geoff Castelluci. The guy with the light Grey shirt is Peter. He's not only a bass singer he's also an Opra singer, and as you a youtuber reaction to music. He's in love with Sohyang and Morrisette. Morrisette is singing with David Foster.
Geoff Castellucci is amazing. I love his work. His tone is superb and his accuracy is legendary. There are some others out there that don't get so easily recognized but are equally amazing. Jeff Chapman is the bass singer for the Kingdom Heirs, a southern gospel quartet that performs daily at Dollywood. Check out his you tube demo called Jeff Chapman vocal range. It starts off with him singing normal bass lines but watch to the end and hear him in live concert sing C#1 . Tim Riley is another that you are sure to enjoy
I'm pretty sure you haven't reacted to it yet, but around Halloween time, you might react to Geoffs cover of 'Monster Mash', but excellent reaction (We all love how you 'fangirl' over his voice)
00:30 I actually sound stronger in subharmonics at times rather than trying to force it from my chest. also when singing in a lower range I find I naturally increase my volume due to me hiking up the air flow
Love this one and it's fun. Looking forward to seeing more reactions on this. Misty Mountains is another but since you're a vocal coach, I'd love to see the reaction to his version of Blackbird. Watch him rock 5 octaves effortlessly.
I find this pretty inspiring... I grew up thinking I shouldn't bother trying to sing because I can't hit the high notes on "Old Man River". But here's a singer I can harmonize comfortably with. He's way better at this, of course, but this is the first person I've heard who sings in my range.
there is a video series on his channel about how he hits his low notes and prepares to sing his low notes too, his one secret he turns the microphone's gain all the way up and he practically whispers the lower nots and subharmonics
Hey Tara, great video! Btw, that “F#1” i think was just a B1 (someone can correct me if i’m wrong) but, that G#2 was actually a G#1! He goes so low that it is hard to make out the notes!
I agree with everyone in the comments thanking you for revisiting Geoff. There is a new group that I would to hear your analysis on. They're called The Bass Gang. They are Peter Barber, Tomi P, Bobby Waters (aka. Bobby Bass) and Marwan Amayan. I beg you to check out their cover of Panic at the Disco's "Emperor's New Clothes." Their ranges rival the best in a capella music!
Take a look at the Halo theme. He hits two B0s and I think Enemy he did a growl at A0. Go through some of Geoff's videos - he has a couple on How To Sing Really Low. Consider when he was working at Disney and Universal, they had him pegged as a tenor. Whatcha think???
true basses are rare as you know.....many of us can reach 1st octave notes .....Geoff is unique in the richness of his tone and his over-all range and flexibility .....his run at the end is unprecedented ......his only peer is Tim Faust who routinely reaches 1st octave and does a Frankie Valley falsetto in one recent solo
@johndeeregreen4592 and @markmclendon8621 I totally agree. I can only speak for myself, but the lower the easier to maintain it for a long time. For me it is relaxing to sing very low (basso profondo range) - but I bow to the ground to Avi, Geoff and Tim who can sing pretty high as well. I am far off that well trained in the high range. At the moment the high range (high bass, baritone range) is killing me - and those guys are able to hit the tenor range. Kudos. Chapeau.
@@yskdereade123 when in college i could sing from basso profundo to 2nd tenor but now at 72 i can hit the low notes but can't even think about tenor then again i ran 100 M, 200 M, 400M, 800M.....now i do competitive sitting
As a bass voice myself, I can tell he's (Relaxing) into the lows. He could sing all day everyday and not hurt, so long as he keeps hydrated. Also, may I suggest you react to Big Bad John by him. Its insane too :P
From what I'm hearing, the lowest note in the song is at the 3:52 when he says "step aside", and it's a D#1 it's shaking my house. Geoff drops 38.89 Hz like it's some mundane task.
You need to appreciate the STORY in a song, not just the (amazing) low notes, but the story of a young boy beginning to work as a newborn. My favorite story line is “you load sixteen tons, and what do you get? Another day oler and deeper in debt”
A natural male baritone at their teens as they develop their low register also gain upper register range, many in their twenties gain ultimate range as lung and resonance loosens up and range expands.
I sang soprano until I was 17, injured my throat, and my voice dropped significantly into contralto (A2-A5) so I can confirm that the vocal strain I used to feel trying to hit those high notes is similar to the fatigue when I push into the 2nd octave. (Anything below D3 takes immense focus for me.) Geoff has said he can hit A1-A5 "without really trying" but F#1 is about the bottom of his comfort zone. He has hit D1 in chest, but normally he'll switch to subs for E1 or below. He has said he's more comfortable singing in baritone range, but he sure sounds relaxed and resonate down in the basement. That's due to practice, practice, practice!
If you like this there's a whole host of other amazing videos for you to watch with people from Voice Play, Pentatonix and Home Free. And I guess the bass group. Both as individuals and groups.
Tara I hope you're doing well so far and GOD BLESS YOU. Just to let you know that Dimash composed a new song in Spanish and I hope you can react to his other new song THE STORY OF ONE SKY.
Thank u Jose. Many blessing in return. I’ve been trying all week to post The Story of the Sky reaction but it’s been blocked 😩 Please help me by reaching out to Dimash on Instagram and asking his team to release the video.
3:15 To answer your question as a low baritone: singing super low, whether it's chest or true folds subharmonics, when done correctly, feels like pushing a heavy rock down a slope and just experiencing the ensuing rumble. It's hard to explain. Even when I'm forcing to reach a note that's just at the border of my modal range (G#1), it feels less tight and even then, it's a different type of tightness 😅 Definitely less tiring and straightforward, those low registers...
Geoff did a really in-depth interview with Elizabeth Zharoff (The Charismatic Voice, professional opera singer), and they talked quite a bit about his voice and technique. Short version: - His chest/modal range goes comfortably down to about G1 (yeah I'm jealous) - He's got pretty good subharmonics, which he mostly uses for the really low stuff (probably including the F#1 here) - He sounds like a baritone when he sings baritone, but only because he worked very hard on that (lot more demand for baritones than for low basses in the work he used to do)
Would be interested in your reaction to Rob and Austin from Home Free singing Nessun Dorma. Not to take a way from Geoff--his voice is just so amazing and fabulous. He never ceases to amaze me.
Hola . Nice study. Did you already check the new Dimash Video. Story of One Sky. I can't wait for your study as well as your observations. Greetings from San Diego California USA 😉
As someone with a deeper voice, it is exhausting singing in our lower register. It takes so much air to vibrate our vocal chords on the low notes for a whole song. Back in school, I played the tuba, so i was used to it back then, but now that I’m older and only sing in church, I get out of breath very easily.
I know this is about Geoff but since you liked Austin Brown's Bring Him Home, you should check out his latest with Rob Lundquist, Nessun Dorma!! Now that that's out of the way, have you seen Geoff's cover of Aint No Sunshine?? If you like a shock, check out Tim Foust's cover of Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow/Stay!!! 😎😎
