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Creating Performances from the Inside Out
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Dian Perry
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What goes on inside a great narrator to make them great? This groundbreaking work answers this question by exploring the psychophysical aspect of voiceover. The listener 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 all - from novice to seasoned voiceover pro - Voiceover Narration inspires the listener 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. Also included is a collection of sample narration text, performed by a variety of talented guest artists: Ana Clements, Mike Cooper, Brad Hyland, Sam Mowry, Bethan Dixon Bate, Rory Barnett, Stephane Cornicard, Jessica Maston, Marilena Gant, Kerry Hutchinson, and Leonie Schliesing.
Voiceover Narration is a much-needed handbook that guides voice actors in creating and delivering more intuitive voiceover performances.
Dian Perry is a widely respected US voice actor, teacher, and voiceover coach based in the UK. She has over 23 years’ experience in the voiceover industry and is a three-time Voice Arts® Award nominee. She holds a teaching qualification and has facilitated courses and workshops in London, Manchester, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, Staffordshire University, and Latvia as part of the Riga International Film Festival. She also conducts one-to-one coaching sessions online and from The Shed Studio in London.
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- Yul S. Pariah
- 09-11-22
Not just another VO and audiobook narration book
I have listened to many excellent audiobooks that teach voiceover and audiobook narration. All of them had something valuable to offer. What made this book different and special for me was the whole being approach (for lack of a better term) of Dian Perry's teaching. Not at all "pseudoscience" (as another reviewer labeled it) this book approaches audiobook narration & VO work from a mind/body/spirit perspective. If you practice meditation, T'ai Chi, Yoga, or any spiritual practice that promotes bringing one's entire being into every activity, then this book will likely make a lot of sense to you. Of course, this approach will not work for everyone, but for me, Dian Perry's approach offered a fresh perspective on VO and audiobook narration that I found illuminating, and that no other book I have encountered on this subject has been able to provide.
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- Anonymous User
- 02-15-24
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Very practical in developing the skilL. Can’t wait to try out the concepts in this book!
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- J L.
- 09-14-21
essential listening
This book is absolutely essential listening for any voiceover artist especially the audiobook narrator. Dian expertly and lovingly covers everything you need to know and more. Don't hesitate. Get this book!
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- V. Showell
- 12-07-23
Excellent information and examples
The structure of this book was very easy to follow. Great energy and solid examples. I would highly recommend listening to this book.
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- Mike
- 05-03-22
Use woo and magic to make yourself a better actor!
Realistically speaking (no pun intended) I don't think I would have paid for this if I'd known how much the author was going to use pseudo-science and min-understanding of actual science to talk about how you should use magic to improve your VO acting...
Still... Once you get past that stuff, there _is_ a good deal of very good information, and it's worth reading/listening to.
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- Nicole
- 04-02-24
Better than I ever expected!
Great ideas and delivery! High quality and thoughtful information. This audiobook is a must listen for anyone that wants to get into a voice over work :)
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