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Set Your Voice Free: How to Get the Singing or Speaking Voice You Want

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Who Would Like This Book:

If you've ever wished you could sing better, strengthen your speaking voice, or simply feel more confident using your voice, this book is a fantastic place to start. Roger Love breaks down vocal mechanics in a super accessible way, and many readers note real improvements in range, strength, and tone - even total beginners! The exercises are clear, and the focus on breath support and finding your 'middle voice' is eye-opening. Whether you sing for fun, need to speak confidently for work, or have always wanted to shine at karaoke or in your choir, you'll probably love the hands-on, motivational approach here.

Who May Not Like This Book:

Not everyone found it perfect. Some people struggled with the accompanying CD - the timing and tempo can be inconsistent, making it tough to keep up with the exercises. And if your main focus is on improving vocal tone, a few readers felt there might be better resources out there. If you’re hunting for in-depth anatomy or heavy music theory, or need really precise, metronome-like practice tracks, you might be a bit let down.

A user-friendly, practical guide to unlocking your voice - especially great for beginners and anyone shy about singing or speaking. Some hiccups with the audio exercises, but overall, it’s a confidence-boosting favorite for many readers.

About:

'Set Your Voice Free: How to Get the Singing or Speaking Voice You Want' by Donna Frazier and Roger Love is a comprehensive guide that helps readers improve their singing and speaking voice through a series of exercises and tips. addresses common vocal issues such as nasality, rising larynx, and breathing techniques, offering practical solutions to enhance vocal performance. Readers appreciate the clear and direct writing style of the author, which makes complex vocal concepts easy to understand and implement. also emphasizes the importance of practicing exercises regularly to achieve noticeable improvements in vocal range, tone, and overall performance.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by clarity and organization, making it accessible with practical exercises without overwhelming technical detail.

Plot/Storyline:

The book emphasizes developing both singing and speaking abilities, guiding readers to enhance their vocal range and quality.

Setting:

The setting is not tied to a specific location but centers on personal development in various practice environments.

Pacing:

The pacing is structured to allow gradual improvement, although some accompanying exercises may have variable timing that could disrupt practice.
You’ll find that I’ll be explaining many of the sounds you make, particularly problematic sounds that cause you (and your listeners) discomfort, in terms of what’s happening in the crucial relationshi...

Notes:

The CD exercises vary in tempo, making it hard to sing along.
Roger Love's piano playing lacks timing, which can disrupt exercises.
Many users found the exercises helped improve vocal tone and range.
The book emphasizes the connection between breath support and tone production.
Readers appreciate the clear and direct writing style of the book.
The book includes unique exercises not found in other singing guides.
Some readers experienced a significant increase in their vocal range after using the exercises.
The book offers practical tips for overcoming common vocal issues, such as nasal sounds and rising larynx.
Many users reported feeling more confident and enjoying singing in public after reading the book.
The audiobook version is recommended for following along with vocal exercises.

From The Publisher:

The greatest vocal coach in the world will help you get the voice you want.

Internationally acclaimed for his work as a vocal coach to a wide range of top recording artists, speakers, and celebrities-among them John Mayer, Gwen Stefani, Reese Witherspoon, Joaquin Phoenix, Keira Knightley, Selena Gomez, Jeff Bridges, Anthony Robbins, Brendon Burchard, the cast of Glee, and many others-Roger Love has pioneered a technique that effectively connects speakers and singers to parts of their voice they've never used before.

Whether your goal is to carry a tune, expand your vocal range, or speak with ease and confidence before an audience, Roger Love provides you with exactly the help you need. Through the innovative techniques and enjoyable exercises in this book and its associated website, Love demonstrates how you can strengthen your "middle voice" and navigate smoothly through several octaves without pressure or strain. Now updated and expanded, with new chapters on honing presentation skills and effectively using your voice to influence others, Set Your Voice Free holds the key to vocal success and satisfaction-it's like professional voice lessons in book form.

1999
261 pages

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About the Author:

Roger Love's client roster and commercial success distinguish him as one of the foremost vocal and singing authorities in the world. He is the president of Voiceplace, an interactive media company that specializes in voice-related content for educational and entertainment purposes. He lives in Los Angeles.

 
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