{"product_id":"voiceover-narration-9781350158511","title":"Voiceover Narration","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat goes on \u003ci\u003einside \u003c\/i\u003ea great narrator to make them great? This ground-breaking work answers this question by exploring the psychophysical aspect of voiceover. The reader is given a bird's-eye view of the professional narrator's mental, physical, and vocal machinery as well as an in-depth look at the underlying currents that power it: energy, intention, emotion, connection, and flow.Ideal for allfrom novice to seasoned voiceover proVoiceover Narration inspires the reader to gain a deeper understanding of the nuances of voiceover performance within each narration subgenre, including audiobooks, corporate films, documentaries, e-learning, and explainer videos.With wisdom, humor, and personal anecdotes, Dian Perry shares everything she has learned about narration from decades as a voice actor and teacher. Her advice is supplemented by graphics, worksheets, and a variety of sample text for practice.\u003ci\u003eVoiceover Narration\u003c\/i\u003e is a much-needed handbook that guides voice actors in creati\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI am struck by the emphasis on narration and storytelling, as well as an articulation of the mind-body-voice connection ... I have not encountered a VO text that delves deeply into this arena, and it would be exciting to read a detailed account, guidelines, and exercises\/analysis of what is actually at play in the mind-body of the speaker. * Christine Woodberry, Boston University School of Theatre, US *\u003cbr\u003eA great book providing an insider’s approach to voiceover narration ... The author is knowledgeable and authoritative about her subject and writes in an approachable and professional way. * David Carey, Voice and Text Director, Oregon Shakespeare Festival, US *\u003cbr\u003eThis book is unique and offers an approach, delivered as a step-by-step course, to the field of voice-over\/narration work. * Alex Taylor, Head of Voice, Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, UK *\u003cbr\u003eThe different areas of voice work require differing vocal and personality strengths and Dian details and defines them clearly. Dian has managed to refine her thoughts and advice on vocal performance and make them easy to put into practice. The book is informative and also incredibly practical, with sample scripts and ideas to implement. She has focused my own self discovery and allowed me to feel freer in performance. * Ana Clements, UK *\u003cbr\u003eDian Perry brings something new to [the] mix. Psychology first, rather than voice techniques or text analysis … Key ideas are around energy, intention and emotion … If you’re just starting out you’ll find some solid advice to get you off on the right foot. If you’ve been a voiceover for a while, you’ll likely find some interesting new angles to approach a script from. * Natalie Cooper, UK *\u003cbr\u003eDian Perry has been a voice actor and teacher for over twenty-three years, her knowledge is thorough and comprehensive and the book is an insightful exploration of communication and performance. It is written in an easy, conversational style that speaks directly to the reader. * National Theatre *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAcknowledgments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eChapter 1 - The Essence of Communication\u003c\/b\u003e Energy and Vibration Resonance and Connection Flow and Coherence      Intro to Mind-Body-Voice      The Heart-Brain Connection      The 7 Wavelengths of Communication Summary \u003cb\u003eChapter 2 - The Foundations of Narration\u003c\/b\u003e Current Trends      Top Down      Outside In The Mind-Body-Voice Connection Positioning      Identifying the Players      In Character The 3 Dials - Intention, Pace, and Formality Visuals and Visualizing We Are How We Speak      Viola's Story        Narrator Archetypes      Transformation - Bella’s Story \u003cb\u003eChapter 3 - Projects\u003c\/b\u003e Audiobooks Audio Description Audio Guides Corporate Films Documentaries E-learning Explainer Videos Holiday Video Tours Interactive Voice Recordings (IVR) Language Training (LT) Medical Museum Display On Hold Messaging Point-of-sale Videos Satellite Navigation (Satnav) Technical \u003cb\u003eChapter 4 - Prep\u003c\/b\u003e Pouring the Foundations Preparing the Text Preparing Mind, Body, and Voice Rehearsing Prep for Audiobooks \u003cb\u003eChapter 5 - Performance\u003c\/b\u003e Alignment and Focus      Calibration      Getting Heart-centered      Switching to Performance Mode      Perception - Victor’s Story Incorporating the 7 Wavelengths Translating ‘Client Speak’ Let’s Get Physical (and Emotional) Breathing Managing Nervous Energy Staying in the Flow Silencing the Inner Critic \u003cb\u003eChapter 6 - Pitfalls\u003c\/b\u003e Out of Focus       Perfectionism - the Toxic Read Killer Looping Syndrome (or the Self-conscious Read) Bad Habits and How to Break Them The Self-imposed Error Quota Fluffing with Grace Too Many Hats Ghosts of the Past \u003cb\u003eChapter 7 - Practice\u003c\/b\u003e Audiobooks Audio Description Audio Guide (Audio Tour) Corporate Films Documentaries E-learning Explainer Video Holiday Video Tour Interactive Voice Recording (IVR) Language Training (LT) Medical Museum Display On Hold Messaging Point-of-sale Video Satellite Navigation (Satnav) Technical \u003cb\u003eChapter 8 - On the Job\u003c\/b\u003e The Studio The Client The Session The Solo Session The Demo \u003cb\u003eWords of Wisdom and Final Thoughts\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eAppendix: Narration Toolbox\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eIndex\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51019631526231,"sku":"9781350158511","price":67.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781350158511.jpg?v=1750780843","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/voiceover-narration-9781350158511","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}