Ear to Larynx - What the Voice Learns From Listening

This
is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com, written by vocal coach Judy Rodman.
Today's topic
is Ear to Larynx... What the voice learns from listening skills. Listen to this podcast
episode to find out how your ears, brain and voice can work together for quicker results in gaining vocal ability.
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with listening skills or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance
vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.
 
Subjects covered in this episode
include:
How to listen more actively - pointing the ear to articulation, tone, volume, pitch, phrasing and rhythmHow the ear directs the voicePractical advice for the listening voice
Links
mentioned in this podcast include:
vocal tonemuddy articulationpitch problems The mime exercise

Making A Career in Voiceover: Interview With Linda Bruno

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Today's topic is the career of voiceover, and includes my interview with renown New York-based voiceover talent Linda Bruno. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what goes into creating a successful career in the field of voiceover, from an insider who has done it. 
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There is nothing like speaking with a master of any art, and Linda's career credits speaks to her mastery of not only the art of voiceover, but the business as well. And to top it off, she continues to train her voice in the endless pursuit of higher levels of ability, and protection from strain. It is my great pleasure to work with her every week from her office to mine, over Skype.Some of the topics we discussed include:What the preferred term for her line of work is.The trip to Miami with her father when she was 18 and the kindness of a pro that lit the fire for Linda's voiceover career. The current state of business for skilled voiceover talent, and what Linda does to stay competitive in the field. What it means to work union (SAG-AFTRA) vs non-union.The really fun stuff: How Linda met Meryl Streep backstage while working the She Awards at Radio City Music Hall.The not-fun stuff: How she deals with difficult clients who don't know what they want.What it means to be a professional with a great reputation in this field.How improv classes can be helpful for honing voiceover skills.How acting can help with message delivery in voiceover as well as singing performance.Why Linda still takes vocal lessons.Why Linda believes it's no longer necessary to have an ISDN line for voiceover work.Her practical advice for those interested in developing a professional career as voiceover talent. More about Linda Bruno:
Her website is www.LindaBruno.com. She can be contacted there.
From voicing promos for National networks to making you laugh with character voices to providing your pharmaceutical or banking information over the phone, Linda Bruno has been tagged a renaissance woman. Linda’s voice is used daily for Television, Radio, and multimedia formats all over the world. Currently she is the voice of HSN – Home Shopping Network, Disney Jr for South East Asia, Fandango, The Weather Channel as well as the voice of “Alex” for United Airlines’ website.  Her specialties include retail spots and auto dealerships. More Credits: Walmart, Pfizer, Disney Asia, HSN, The Weather Channel, Fandango, United Airlines, TLC – The Learning Channel, CNBC, CNBC Asia, CNN, Stride Gum, VH1, Nickelodeon, Verizon, Costco, McDonalds, AT&T, Kraft Foods. Various radio and TV stations across the country. Local and Regional auto dealerships including Mercedes Benz, Acura, Jaguar, Kia, Chevy, VW, Lexus, Honda and more. Remember you can find me and my services for your voice, as well as contact me, at www.JudyRodman.com

Cracky, Weak, Strained Middle Voice? 4 Fixes

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is the middle voice, and problems that can make these so-called easy notes sound and feel bad. Listen to this podcast episode to learn from vocal coach Judy Rodman about 4 specific middle voice issues, what you can do to fix them:
1. Breath issues 
2. Facial language issues
3. Vocal register mix issues
4. Vocal cord issues
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If you’d like help with optimizing the sound and health of your middle voice, or any other vocal matter, try Power, Path and Performance vocal training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.

The Power of Getting To The Point - As Songwriter, Singer, Speaker

This is the audio version of the blogpost you can find at AllThingsVocal.com.
Today's topic is the Power of Getting To The Point. Listen to this podcast episode to learn to focus in on your messages, and make your central point clear for strongest songs, scripts, and vocal performances. You'll learn several exercises, featuring the 5 question focusing strategy asking... What? Who? Why? Where? and How?. 
Also covered is the subject of word count... how many words or lyrics are enough? How can you concisely write wordy songs?
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If you’d like help with singing or speaking performance focus and impact, my vocal training method has a whole third cornerstone devoted to that very area. Check out 'Power, Path and Performance' training, available at www.JudyRodman.com in vocal lessons and on CD courses.