1. What does Ben Stein do (or not do) in the first video that illustrates what a...
Question:
1. What does Ben Stein do (or not do) in the first video that illustrates what a dull speaker he is?
2. What vocal techniques does Helen Mirren use to make the poem "come alive" in the video?
3. In the last video, what tips did vocal coach Shari Jeavons give to her client Esther to help her improve as a speaker?
4. Do you feel like you need to 'spice up' your vocal tone a little bit? Why or why not?
videos:
1. This is a classic scene from an iconic 1980's movie called "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." The actor's name is Ben Stein, and he's known for speaking in a monotone. We all need to avoid talking like him! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyyAh2lQXF8
2. Here's actress Helen Mirren reading poetry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJb_zJbJ7FI
3. Here's a vocal coach helping her client develop an "energized vocal tone":https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gtMDX3dIKE