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Post by ksquirtle on Mar 14, 2017 11:49:42 GMT -8
Pretty much what it says in the subject. I was hoping to get some advice and such on ways to work on my projection. I've been hyper critical of my capabilities there and I so badly want to improve. I do breathing exercises daily but I'm 100% open to more options. I kindly extend my thanks to anyone willing to help me out!
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Post by TerravancerYoh on Mar 14, 2017 13:47:17 GMT -8
I brought this to a coach of mine and this is what he said (paraphrased):
"When you're projecting, make sure there is a specific target. If you have a clear direction and distance, it helps you focus your voice. Compare it from just talking to a group of people, as opposed to who you're talking to, with your focus on that person. The other thing to do is to push from the gut. If you have your voice and breathing under control, then that's the last step."
Hope this helps.
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Post by ksquirtle on Mar 14, 2017 18:10:59 GMT -8
That does make some sense. When I was doing research online a few places brought up an exercise that revolved around putting distance between the actor and a wall in order to focus on direction. Didn't quite click with me at first but what your coach said helps clear that up a bit. Thank you very much!
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Post by Lady Stardust ★ on Mar 15, 2017 1:31:38 GMT -8
This is probably a no-brainer, but make sure you're pushing everything from your diaphram and not using your throat to project, or else it will hurt pretty quickly and can also make your voice crack. Singing lessons can be pretty great for this because it's the same process to project your voice whether you're speaking or singing. You can probably even find some free video tips from voice coaches on YouTube!
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Post by ksquirtle on Mar 15, 2017 14:16:56 GMT -8
Oh yeah I've looked up quite a few videos already! When it comes to utilizing my diaphram as opposed to my throat would that be more of a habitual placement in speech? Just curious to know since it seems more and more that this is more of a mental habit as I tend to speak quietly on a day to day basis. Thanks again for answering my dumb questions!
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Post by Rebekah Amber Clark on Mar 15, 2017 18:46:30 GMT -8
Please excuse the sound quality - I'm not used to using my mic at max sensitivity and didn't take the time to figure out the best way to clean up the audio from there, so it might be a little off!
Also, just as a note -- I have NOT had professional singing lessons teaching me all those support methods, etc. My knowledge only comes from being taught how to project my speaking voice for stage plays, at home, by my mother -- who was taught by her father, who worked on stage in Vaudeville. So my info may be not only "twice removed" but also sorely outdated. Here goes anyway! (And if anyone has any corrections on what I said, please chime in.)
Enjoy!
Voice clip on Dropbox
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Post by ksquirtle on Mar 15, 2017 22:15:44 GMT -8
Huh, you know I never really thought of it like that. It seems like a solid mindset to have while I approach this further. Appreciate you taking time out of your day to that for me!
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