The Art of Voice Acting: The Craft and Business of Performing for Voice-Over, Second Edition

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Summary: The Ultimate Voice Acting Guide!
Review: I just finished reading "The Art of VoiceActing" by James Alburger and it was fantastic! I couldn't put it down! There is so much helpful information to guide anyone who is interested in a career in voiceacting. From the breathing and articulation exercises, to information on building a character, making a demo and preparing for your first session, this book covers it all! There are samples of actual copy provided to help you hone and refine your skills and the included cd is full of great examples of professionally produced voiceover demos so that you can learn from the experts.

James Alburger has written the most comprehensive book on voiceacting that I've seen. I am going to highly recommend it to everyone I know that is interested in voiceover as well as all of my actor friends. It's like having your own private coach guide you step by step towards reaching your goals, any time you want!

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Summary: The Ultimate Voice Acting Guide!
Review: I just finished reading "The Art of VoiceActing" by James Alburger and it was fantastic! I couldn't put it down! There is so much helpful information to guide anyone who is interested in a career in voiceacting. From the breathing and articulation exercises, to information on building a character, making a demo and preparing for your first session, this book covers it all! There are samples of actual copy provided to help you hone and refine your skills and the included cd is full of great examples of professionally produced voiceover demos so that you can learn from the experts.

James Alburger has written the most comprehensive book on voiceacting that I've seen. I am going to highly recommend it to everyone I know that is interested in voiceover as well as all of my actor friends. It's like having your own private coach guide you step by step towards reaching your goals, any time you want!

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Summary: Great Book, Great CD, and Great Author
Review: I'm currently working to perform the voice-over for several audio seminars currently being produced by the consulting firm where I serve as managing partner. What I really needed was a book that was easily understood by a non-professional without extensive acting (voice or otherwise) experience. I found the perfect reference in "The Art of Voice Acting." Unfortunately, when I tried to access the CD excercises on my computer I ran into some problems. However, I fired off a quick e-mail to the author and within an hour had a response that addressed my technical difficulties and got me up and running. Highly recommended. Grade: A/A+.

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Summary: Great Book, Great CD, and Great Author
Review: I'm currently working to perform the voice-over for several audio seminars currently being produced by the consulting firm where I serve as managing partner. What I really needed was a book that was easily understood by a non-professional without extensive acting (voice or otherwise) experience. I found the perfect reference in "The Art of Voice Acting." Unfortunately, when I tried to access the CD excercises on my computer I ran into some problems. However, I fired off a quick e-mail to the author and within an hour had a response that addressed my technical difficulties and got me up and running. Highly recommended. Grade: A/A+.

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Summary: Amazing Book!
Review: I've just finished Mr. Alburger's first edition of this book, and it really is the "Bible" of voice-acting. This book has tips, techniques and information for all actors, from beginner to veteran. If you want a truly comprehensive scope of the business of voice-over, this it it!

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Summary: The "Bible" of Voice-Acting
Review: I've just finished Mr. Alburger's first edition of this book, and it really is the "Bible" of voice-acting. This book has tips, techniques and information for all actors, from beginner to veteran. If you want a truly comprehensive scope of the business of voice-over, this it it!

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Summary: Not Original
Review: There is little in this book that is original. There are other books on Voice Over that contain the exact same information - word for word virtually. The similarity is uncanny. That they predate this book leads me to believe that maybe Mr. Alburger has nothing new or original to say about VO. If he does, why didn't he say it? He could at least have reworded or repackaged the information but instead he pretty much copies it from a true original.

I retuned my copy two days after it arrived. I probably should give it only one star but the sentimentalist in me wants to pay homage to the original.

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Summary: Amazing Book!
Review: This book is so full of information that you will refer to it again and again! James Alburger's approach to voiceover work really concentrates on the importance of being a good actor! Having a great sounding voice is not enough.James addresses this point right off the top and goes on to provide tips and techniques that will be of great value to both beginners and pros .An excellent reference book for anything you ever needed to know about voiceovers.

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Summary: Wow! The Best Book On Voice-Acting -- EVER!
Review: This book is the best I have ever read on the art of performing for voice over. Mr. Alburger has structured his book in an easy to understand, comprehensive, and lighthearted fashion. There is an absolute WEALTH of information for anyone wanting to learn about the art OR the business. I especially appreciated the tips on marketing. "Breaking into the business" just got a whole lot easier, with this handy guide! Thanks!