The voice exercise book : a guide to healthy and effective voice use by Nelson, Jeannette, author instant download

The voice exercise book : a guide to healthy and effective voice use by Nelson, Jeannette, author instant download

1 online resource (xi, 172 pages) :, Includes index, Print version record, Title Page; Contents; Dedication; Preface; Foreword; Introduction; Who is this book for?; How to use the book; Falling in love with your voice; 1 Getting to know your voice; What your voice says about you; How your voice works -- breathing; How your voice works -- making sound; How your voice works -- making words; Looking after your voice; 2 Voice exercises -- stage 1; Breath -- breathing deeply to support your voice; Resonance -- feeling your voice throughout your body; Opening the voice -- releasing sound and exploring your range; Articulation -- exercising the muscles of your face and tongue, Last-minute checklist3 Voice exercises -- stage 2; Breath -- finding more breath; Resonance -- from humming to speaking; Opening the voice -- having fun with shaking and intoning; Articulation -- tongue twisters; Using your voice powerfully; 4 Preparing your voice for performance; Warming up; Warming down; 5 Applying the exercises to your voice problems; Audibility; Breath control; Vocal stamina; Keep them listening; 6 Speaking clearly in your own accent; 'Estuary English'; All accents can be clear; Overcoming consonant weaknesses; 7 Communicating with your voice; Getting into the listener's ear, Getting to know your bad habitsSustaining vocal energy and keeping it interesting; Regulating pace, volume and speed; Using good physical habits; 8 Working with young people; Breath; Resonance; Opening the voice; Articulation and words; A warm-up for young people; 9 Voice work at the National Theatre; Working with actors; Working with directors; Conclusion; Index; About the Author; Copyright