Research:

• The anatomy of the voice: Vocal Tract and Vocal Folds

• Breathing Techniques

• The Alexander Technique

Practitioners to research:

• Kristin Linklater

• Cicely Berry & Shakespearian Acting

• Patsy Rodenburg

Other research:

• Shakespeare

TITLE THE MEDIA WITH THE DATE AND WHAT THE EXERCISE IS. This will help link to your voice diary section.

Title each entry with the date.

Include;

• What you have learnt in the session

• Techniques that you will be applying to future acting work

• Feedback you are given

• What your Strengths and Weaknesses were in the session

• Any independant study/research you are tasked to complete

Strengths

• Unique Tone: A distinctive voice that stands out and is easily recognizable.

• Versatility: Ability to adapt to different roles, accents, and emotions.

• Range: Wide vocal range, from high to low pitches.

• Clarity: Clear enunciation and articulation, making it easy for audiences to understand.

• Emotional Depth: Capability to convey a wide range of emotions convincingly.

  
  

Weaknesses:

• Vocal Strain: Susceptibility to strain or damage with overuse.

• Limited Range: If the vocal range is not as wide, it may limit the types of roles.

• Accent Limitations: Difficulty in mastering certain accents or dialects.

• Consistency: Challenges in maintaining the same vocal quality over long periods.

  
  

Opportunities:

• Voice Acting: Opportunities in animation, video games, and audiobooks.

• Commercials: Potential for voice-over work in advertisements.

• Training: Further vocal training to enhance range and versatility.

• Technology: Use of technology to modify and enhance voice for different roles.

  
  

Threats:

• Health Issues: Risk of vocal cord damage or other health issues affecting the voice.

• Competition: High competition in the industry with many talented voice actors.

• Typecasting: Risk of being typecast into specific roles based on voice type.

• Technological Advancements: Advancements in AI and synthetic voices potentially reducing demand for human voice actors.

• HNC INDEPENDANT STUDY:  

• In addition to watching the videos already in Vocal Anatomy column, do further research that will help you understand the anatomy of the voice when leading your Vocal Development Programme. Add all your findings and notes to Vocal Anatomy section, and include anything you want to write about in your Vocal Development Programme.

BOTH LEVEL 3 & HNC:

• Research The Alexander Technique: Where did it originate? What are the benefits? How will practicing the spinal rest position ‘semi-supine’ help you with your performances?

You should draw from your own research of methods, practitioners, and anatomy to create your exercises in your programme.

You should be able to lead the programme confidently, with the knowledge that all your exercises are going to help with Vocal Progression for students. You should have great knowledge of the voice, and WHY you are doing each exercise... students WILL ASK YOU QUESTIONS!

Part 1:

• Relax & Breathing work

• Stretch and Posture

• Releasing Tension

• Lip Trills, Sirens

Part 2:

• Projection

• Articulation & Diction

• Inflection & Intonation

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