being affected by the slightest change of thought or emotion. In anger it

becomes high, harsh, and unpleasant; in love low, soft, and melodious--the

variations are as limitless as they are fascinating to observe. Visit a

theatrical hotel in a large city, and listen to the buzz-saw voices of the

chorus girls from some burlesque "attraction." The explanation is

simple--buzz-saw lives. Emerson said: "When a man lives with God his voice shall

be as sweet as the murmur of the brook or the rustle of the corn." It is

impossible to think selfish thoughts and have either an attractive personality,

a lovely character, or a charming voice. If you want to possess voice charm,

cultivate a deep, sincere sympathy for mankind. Love will shine out through your

eyes and proclaim itself in your tones. One secret of the sweetness of the

canary's song may be his freedom from tainted thoughts. Your character

beautifies or mars your voice. As a man thinketh in his heart so is his voice.

 

QUESTIONS AND EXERCISES

 

1. Define (_a_) charm; (_b_) joy; (_c_) beauty.

 

2. Make a list of all the words related to _joy_.

 

3. Write a three-minute eulogy of "The Joyful Man."

 

4. Deliver it without the use of notes. Have you carefully considered all the

qualities that go to make up voice-charm in its delivery?