The Voice Book: Caring For, Protecting, and Improving Your Voice

Written to save careers one voice at a time, through current scientifically proven methods and advice. This updated resource teaches people how to protect and improve one of their most valuable assets: their speaking voice. Simple explanations of vocal anatomy and up-to-date instruction for vocal injury prevention are accompanied by illustrations, photographs, and FAQs. Easy-to-follow vocal-strengthening exercises are available for free download—including Hum and Chew, Puppy Dog Whimper, Sirens, Lip Trills, and Tongue Twisters—along with information on breathing basics, vocal-cord vibration, and working with students who have medical complications such as asthma, acid reflux, or anxiety.