Play Time and VO Performance Prep
Do you remember when you were young and you used to play? Little kids role play all the time. They seem very intent on their goals, the land of make believe is strong in their heads, and yet it’s EASY. …
To Rest and How Much To Rest, That Is the Question: VO Prep Tips
76” x 80”, 100 % Egyptian cotton ivory sheets (1200 thread count, of course), fluffy, white goose down pillows, comforter folded back, lights on dim, a spray of lavender on the pillow cases, Sarah Vaughn playing on the Bose. Stretch …
VO Performance Tips: How Moving Your Body Is Good for Your Voice (and keeps other people confused)
Arms up, legs together….and one and two, and one and two, and – wait a minute! Stop with the exercises already. This is a blog on exercising your voice, not your body. That being said, it is a blog on …
VO Performance Tips: Get Serious About Having Fun
Whenever I start coaching a brand new student, the first question I ask is, “Why do you want to do voiceover?” Invariably, the answer is, “It seems like it would be fun.” And you know what? That’s a great reason …
How to Reduce Mouth Noise
You’re in front of the mic and ready to speak, sing, perform a dialog, when the recording sign is turned on and the sound engineer says, “Wait, I’m already getting some mouth noise.” Really? How is that possible? I …