The Voice Book: Revised Edition / Edition 2

by Michael McCallion

Overview

A practical manual for voice users of all kinds, The Voice Book is written by one of the world's leading voice teachers. Michael McCallion has spent over 35 years training various professionals, from performers to auctioneers, how to use their voice. Used throughout the world in actor training and as suggested reading for lawyers, the earlier edition of The Voice Book became the classic work on using one's voice. It has now been revised to make use of the feedback from numerous readers of the earlier edition. Clearly written and easy to use, McCallion covers everything from Body Use and Breathing, to Tuning and Voice Energy. Whether you are a professional or amateur actor, a classical or popular singer, a teacher, or need to present for business, The Voice Book will help you discover how to use your voice freely, powerfully and with pleasure.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138137646
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/04/2016
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Michael McCallion taught voice at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and is one of the world's leading voice teachers. This book is the result of over thirty-five years of practical work helping people in all walks of life release their voice potential.

Table of Contents

List of illustrations Complete list of exercises, Foreword, Note to this revised edition, Introduction, Explanation of the form of the book, Body use, Breathing, Tuning, Speech, Bringing it all together: a work routine, Using your voice, Appendices, Select bibliography, Index