breath like a prodigal; in speaking, give it out like a miser.

 

_Voice Suggestions_

 

Never attempt to force your voice when hoarse.

 

Do not drink cold water when speaking. The sudden shock to the heated organs of

speech will injure the voice.

 

Avoid pitching your voice too high--it will make it raspy. This is a common

fault. When you find your voice in too high a range, lower it. Do not wait until

you get to the platform to try this. Practise it in your daily conversation.

Repeat the alphabet, beginning A on the lowest scale possible and going up a

note on each succeeding letter, for the development of range. A wide range will

give you facility in making numerous changes of pitch.

 

Do not form the habit of listening to your voice when speaking. You will need

your brain to think of what you are saying--reserve your observation for private

practise.

 

QUESTIONS AND EXERCISES

 

1. What are the prime requisites for good voice?

 

2. Tell why each one is necessary for good voice production.