Overtone Singing
Produce two notes at once using resonance shaping.
What is Overtone Singing?
Overtone singing produces two audible pitches at once by shaping resonance in the mouth — a technique from Tuvan and Mongolian traditions.
🚀 How to start
- Learn to hear overtones by singing 'ooo-eee' slowly
- Practise isolating the whistle-like overtone
- Study recordings and tutorials from experienced teachers
🧰 What you need
- tuner app Find on Amazon →
- recording app Find on Amazon →
- headphones Find on Amazon →
⚠️ The classic beginner mistake
Straining the throat. The technique is resonance, not force.
⏱️ How long until you're good?
First audible overtones in weeks. (Difficulty: Advanced · Cost: Low cost)
❓ Questions people ask
Is Overtone Singing hard to learn?
On our scale it's rated “Advanced” (4/5). Early progress depends more on showing up than on talent: 2–3 short sessions a week for the first month is plenty.
How much does it cost to start Overtone Singing?
Budget level: “Low cost”. Start with the essentials only — the Shop tab lists picks for every tier, and borrowing or renting first is always a smart move.
How many people do Overtone Singing?
Roughly 40K active enthusiasts worldwide — which makes it a Legendary card in our deck. Plenty of people to learn from, whatever your level.