Summary

Synopsis

Do you wish you were more articulate? Don't despair! This JEDlet shares many tips and techniques on how to use your voice effectively. It also gives you a brief look at how your body makes sound so you can master these techniques. (Audio player required.)

Objectives

• Stand, sit and breathe in a way that supports your voice
• Understand how your voice works
• List and practice several vocal techniques
• Make your voice more interesting
• Keep your vocal system in top shape

Outline

• Acknowledgement
• Introduction
• Overview
• Objectives
• How Your Body Produces Sound
• The Cast
• I'd Like to Thank My Lungs
• I’m So Happy, I Could Sing!
• Let's Have Resounding Applause
• A Few Words About Your Mouth
• How to Stand and Breathe
• Stand Tall
• Breathe Out
• Checkpoint I
• So You Want Them to Hear You
• Put Your Best Voice Forward
• Articulate, Articulate!
• Sway Them With Rhythm
• Pace Yourself
• The Power of Silence
• Checkpoint II
• Spice Things Up With Variety
• Pitch It High, Pitch It Low
• Insist on Inflection
• Bore Them Not!
• Voices
• Voice Care
• Do's
• Don’ts
• Final Checkpoint