Chapter Four

Vocal Development1

4.1  Introduction

Your voice and your delivery can be a great asset or a detriment in all sorts of work and social situations. Most young people have had the experience of being at a social function and noticing someone who looks attractive. After some maneuvering, you get to meet them or at least get closer. Suddenly that person starts talking and all the attractiveness disappears. The way you talk can have an immense effect on your social life and your career in and out of broadcasting. Your voice is the most important physical quality for effective media performance. As a radio announcer, your voice is the only way the audience will be able to understand the message. As a television performer, you will be ...

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