Class Session 1

DISCORD LINK- https://discord.gg/TVUGdd9f

Once you join the discord server, look for the channel called #role-commands and paste this code in (including the dash at the start): -role 101 

Then you should see the class text channel #101 and the voice channel too.

Homework:

SCRIPT ASSIGNMENT – VA101 

First Assignment - Advertising Lullaby written by George Carlin

This is called the advertising lullaby. Please remember to speak as though you are talking to a gym full of people!  Don't let the word Lullaby fool you.  

Quality value styles, service selection convenience, economy saving performance, experience hospitality, low rates, friendly service, name brands,easy terms with affordable prices, money back guaranteed and free installation.

Free admission, free appraisal, free alteration, free delivery, free estimates, free home trial, and free parking.

No cash? No problem. No kidding! No fuss, no muss, no risk, no obligation, no red tape, no down payment, no entrée fee, no hidden charges, no purchases necessary, no one will call on you, no payments or interest till September. But, limited time only though, so act now, order today, send no money, offer good while supplies last, two to a customer, each item sold separately, batteries not included, mileage may vary, all sales are final, allow six weeks for delivery. Some items not available, some assembly required, some restrictions may apply.

So, come on in! Come on in! Come on in for a free demonstration, and a free consultation, with our friendly professional staff. Our experienced and knowledgeable sales representatives will help you make a selection that’s just right for you and just right for your budget. And say, don’t forget to pick up your free gift! A classic, deluxe, custom, designer, luxury, prestige, high quality, premium, select, gourmet, pocket pencil sharpener! Yours for the asking, no purchases necessary, it’s our way of saying thank you. And, if you act now, we’ll include an extra added, free, complimentary bonus gift, a classic, deluxe, custom, designer, luxury, prestige, high quality, premium, select, gourmet, combination key ring magnifying glass and garden hose, in a genuine imitation leather style carrying case with authentic vinyl trim.Yours for the asking, no purchases necessary, it’s our way of saying thank you.

Homework:

- 100 Doggy Pants Per Day

- 1 CCC Auditions Per Day- Does not matter where you find your auditions, but CCC is great place to start

- Monologue - Advertising Lullaby (attached): Please focus on your projection while reading this script. Imagine that you are speaking to a gymnasium full of people and you don't have a mic. Remember to take a nice deep breath to ensure you have enough air to get you through the paragraphs (in fact, don't feel that you need to stay on one breath throughout a sentence; instead, try and bring the copy to life). Feel free to play around to get the best take, but don't edit your audio; you are allowed to add a sight denoise and normalize if you like.

- Peer Review: It would be fantastic if you provided at least 1 feedback to someone who has not received a feedback yet on the homework link. Seeing others' feedback and providing feedback yourself is a great way to learn as well.

It's always great to see people hanging out as a class on Discord, so keep in mind that the Discord is entirely for all of you! Group support is fantastic, and you will each learn a ton from each other.

I have also included a fun quiz for you to take at your leisure. You don't need to hand this in, but this is helpful in figuring out who you are as a voice actor and where you are starting from. If you would like, you can send your answer to my discord Burger VO

The Quiz 

1. _____ Do you like the sound of your voice?

2._____ Can others hear your voice in a crowd?

3._____ Are you a heavy breather or do you get short winded when you speak?

4._____ Do people ask you if your mom/dad is home on the phone? 

5._____ Is your voice mistaken for the opposite sex?

6._____ Does your voice change throughout the day?

7._____ Is your voice raspy or harsh?

8._____ Are you easily misunderstood?

9._____ Do you have frequent colds that seem to settle in your throat? 

10._____ When you feel pressure does your voice tighten and go up in pitch?

11._____ Do you have a nasal sounding voice? 

12._____ Do others ask you to repeat yourself?

13._____ Are you constantly clearing your throat?

14._____ Is your voice weaker in the morning than at night? 

15._____ Do people hear you clearly when you walk into a room? 

16._____ Do other people find your voice pleasant to the ear? 

17._____ Are you animated and interesting to talk to?