Falsetto is the uppermost range of the singing voice. It’s from the Italian word for “false” due to the loss of legitimate vocal timbre, which makes it sound different from the other notes you sing.

For men, falsetto replaces the head voice female singers tend to employ. It’s often their go-to for high notes. While the term most often describes male singers, however, women can also sing in this voice.

Learning how to sing falsetto is one of the key pieces to becoming a well-rounded singer. With these tips and exercises, you can take it to the next level with your high notes.