Making Your Voice Deeper - The Sound of Authority | Public Speaking
Summary
TLDRThis video script offers a guide on how to achieve a deeper, more commanding voice, which can potentially boost confidence and respect in various settings. It emphasizes the importance of proper technique to avoid vocal strain, introducing exercises such as 'frog breath' for diaphragmatic breathing and 'larynx drop' for voice box positioning. The script also highlights the significance of a deep voice, exemplified by the contrast between the original and overdubbed voice of Darth Vader in Star Wars. A morning chant routine is suggested for practice, encouraging viewers to find their optimal pitch for short, impactful moments in public speaking.
Takeaways
- 🎓 Voice coaching can be beneficial, but the script suggests that much of the content is not essential.
- 🗣️ The speaker aims to transition from a higher-pitched voice to a deeper, more authoritative tone.
- 💰 A deeper voice is associated with increased earning potential, respect, and confidence.
- ⚠️ There is a risk of vocal fatigue and strain if the voice is forced too low without proper technique.
- 🧘♂️ The speaker emphasizes the importance of starting voice exercises slowly and carefully, listening to one's body.
- 🐸 'Frog breath' is introduced as a technique to engage the diaphragm and fill the lungs with air for powerful sound.
- 🔽 The 'larynx drop' involves lowering the voice box to its lowest comfortable position without strain.
- 🌅 Morning practice is recommended as the voice box is naturally lower after waking, making it an ideal time for training.
- 💧 Hydration is suggested before starting vocal exercises to prepare the body.
- 🎵 A daily routine combining 'frog breath' and 'yawning' is proposed to train the voice for a deeper tone.
- 🎼 Finding the right pitch for one's voice is crucial, and the speaker advises experimenting to discover the most suitable tone.
Q & A
What is the main purpose of the video script?
-The main purpose of the video script is to teach viewers how to develop a deeper and more commanding voice, which can potentially increase their confidence, respect, and even earning potential.
Why does the script mention a degree in voice for qualified voice coaches?
-The script mentions a degree in voice to emphasize the importance of professional training for voice coaches, suggesting that the techniques taught are based on recognized and studied methods.
What is the significance of the contrast between Mitch's voice and the desired deeper voice in the script?
-The contrast is used to illustrate the potential transformation a person can achieve by following the techniques provided in the script, from a higher-pitched voice to a more authoritative and deeper tone.
What are the potential benefits of speaking with a deeper voice according to the script?
-The script suggests that speaking with a deeper voice can earn you more money, more respect, and make you sound more confident.
What warning does the script provide about forcing your voice too low?
-The script warns that forcing your voice too low without proper technique can cause vocal fatigue and strain, and advises to listen to your body and start exercises slowly and carefully.
What is the 'frog breath' technique mentioned in the script and why is it important?
-The 'frog breath' technique is a method to engage the diaphragm effectively, allowing for deep and rapid inhalation. It is important because air powers sound, and speaking with a deep tone requires a lot of air support.
How does the script describe the process of dropping the larynx?
-The script describes the process of dropping the larynx by instructing the viewer to yawn, which naturally lowers the voice box and opens the throat muscles, preparing the voice for a deeper tone.
Why is the morning the best time to practice the voice exercises according to the script?
-The script states that the morning is the best time to practice because the voice box is in a naturally lower resting position after waking up, which makes it easier to work on deepening the voice.
What is the purpose of the 'morning chant' exercise in the script?
-The 'morning chant' is a practice routine designed to integrate the techniques of deep breathing and larynx lowering, aiming to help the user find and sustain a relaxed low tone for speaking.
How does the script suggest finding the right pitch for your voice?
-The script suggests starting with the easiest lowest tone and then stepping backwards one note at a time while keeping the throat open and the voice box down, to find a tone that feels and sounds right for the individual's voice.
What is the final advice given in the script regarding the use of a deeper voice?
-The script advises that while a deeper voice can be effective for short periods or important points in public speaking, it should not be used all day as it can be tiring and exhausting for the muscles.
Outlines
🎙️ Deepening Voice Technique Introduction
This paragraph introduces the concept of voice deepening and its benefits, such as earning more money, gaining respect, and sounding more confident. It warns against the potential for vocal fatigue and strain if done improperly, emphasizing the importance of proper technique. The speaker uses the example of Darth Vader's voice in Star Wars to illustrate the impact of a deeper, more commanding voice, contrasting the actor's natural voice with the iconic voice provided by James Earl Jones. The paragraph concludes with an introduction to the first step of the voice deepening process, known as the 'frog breath', which is designed to maximize diaphragmatic breathing for a deeper tone.
🌞 Morning Voice Deepening Practice Routine
The second paragraph focuses on a morning practice routine for deepening the voice, taking advantage of the naturally lower resting position of the voice box upon waking. After waking up and hydrating, the speaker suggests sitting comfortably and practicing a series of exercises that include the 'frog breath' and 'yawn down the scale' to open the throat and lower the larynx. The routine continues with vocalizing a relaxed low tone on an 'R' sound, inspired by Morgan Freeman's voice, and then stepping down in pitch while maintaining an open throat and lowered larynx. The speaker advises finding a suitable tone for one's voice and using it selectively for impactful moments in public speaking, concluding with an invitation to the next video for further insights.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Voice Coach
💡Deeper Voice
💡Vocal Tone
💡Vocal Fatigue
💡Diaphragmatic Breathing
💡Larynx
💡Yawn
💡Morning Chanting
💡Hydration
💡Vocalization
💡Pitch
Highlights
A deeper voice can earn you more money, respect, and make you sound more confident.
Forcing your voice too low without proper technique can cause vocal fatigue and strain.
The importance of a commanding voice demonstrated by comparing the original and overdubbed voice of Darth Vader in Star Wars.
Step-by-step guide on how to achieve a deeper voice starting with the 'frog breath' technique to engage the diaphragm.
The 'frog breath' technique fills the lower lungs with air quickly, providing power for sound.
The larynx drop technique involves placing your hand around the voice box and yawning to lower it naturally.
Larynx lowering can be tiring as it requires more muscle use, similar to doing squats for hours.
Morning is the best time to practice voice techniques due to the naturally lower resting position of the voice box.
Hydration with a full glass of water is recommended before starting vocal exercises in the morning.
A simple and effective daily routine combining the 'frog breath' and 'yawn' techniques for deep, relaxed tones.
Vocalizing and sustaining a relaxed low tone on an 'R' sound, inspired by Morgan Freeman's voice.
Stepping down the vocal scale one note at a time while maintaining an open throat and lowered larynx.
Finding the best pitch that feels and sounds right for your unique voice.
The video promises further value in the next video, suggesting a series of tutorials on voice techniques.
The transcript emphasizes the importance of proper technique and gradual practice to avoid vocal strain.
A deeper vocal tone can command more respect and be beneficial in public speaking.
The video includes a demonstration of the 'frog breath' technique and its immediate effect on diaphragmatic breathing.
The transcript provides a clear warning about the potential for vocal fatigue if the techniques are not done properly.
Transcripts
qualified voice coaches with a degree in voice and really half the content is just fluff.
So if you want a deeper voice but you currently sound like this .... "My name's Mitch from the
Gold Coast, it's nice and sunny in Australia" !!! But really want to sound like this... "Now believe
speak with a deeper tone can be easily learned and a deeper voice can earn you more money,
more respect and make you sound more confident. By using a deeper vocal tone
you can command more respect every time you speak, but here's a warning for you!!!!
Forcing your voice too low can cause a vocal fatigue and strain when not done
properly so please listen to your body and start doing the exercises coming up slowly
and carefully. First up have a quick look at this video and see what impact a deeper voice can
actually have on the listener. "You are part of the rebel alliance and a traitor, take her away"
Believe it or not that voice was the actual sound of the actor who played Darth Vader in Star Wars.
Can you hear how weak light and insignificant it sounds, for the role it doesn't work at all
now have a listen to the overdub . "You are part of the rebel alliance and the traitor,
take her away" That voice was used in the final cut,
the actor, classically trained theater actor James Earl Jones. So a commanding
voice is really important in the right setting so let me show you how to do it.
Step one, the frog breath, I'm going to show you how to do a very quick cheat to get the
diaphragm working effectively so you can bring a lot of air into the deepest part of the lungs
fast, because remember air powers sound. Now imagine you're going to swallow a frog.
Open your throat wide and don't allow the imaginary frog to touch the sides of your throat
on the way down. Now this is not anatomically correct of course but it really works fast
check it out . When i take a deep breath like that my lower lungs are filled effortlessly in
one second flat no shallow chest breathing going on here my stomach pops out because my diaphragm
has been used correctly which some people call belly breath and when we want to speak with a deep
commanding tone we need to take a breath in like that first so let's try together you ready....
Do you feel the tummy pop out and get fatter?
If the answer is yes you did it right let's move on. Step two, the larynx
drop. Now that we know how to open the throat and take a proper deep diaphragmatic breath
now we're going to drop the voice box down to the lowest position that we can without pain or
force! Now I want you to put your hand around the voice box like this and do a yawn for me.
Ummmmm what did you notice? Not only does your voice box drop down
but now your throat muscles open up at the same time by yawning
now since the larynx is suspended by bungee like ligaments it can really move up and down at will
any time that we want but keep in mind though that choosing to lower your voice box every
day during speaking can be very tiring because you're using more muscles. Those bungee ropes
are pulling the voice box down, it's like doing a squat for hours a day and so therefore it can be
very exhausting for your muscles, it's certainly not recommended for long periods of time but let's
do it with a very open throat and a lowered larynx and now we're ready for the next step.
Step three [wrong screen caption] the morning chant. The best way to put all
of these three steps into practice is first thing in the morning, The reason is this,
the voice box is in a naturally lower resting position straight after we wake
up. Have you ever had a conversation with somebody that just got out of bed?
"Hi"... Did I wake you up?".... "No no I've been awake for hours"...
You can tell when somebody just got out of bed because their voice sounds different,
the voice box is in a lower position so this is the best time to practice . After you get up
drink a full glass of water to hydrate the body and then I want you to sit in a comfortable chair
and start the following practice. Here's a simple effective daily routine. Frog breath
feel the belly expand and relax and then yawn down the scale.. Ahhhhh....
and keep the throat muscles really open let's do that again frog breath and yawn. Ahhhhh
Now we're going to vocalize and sustain a relaxed low tone on an R sound, think
morgan freeman here.... once you find your easiest lowest tone we're going to then
step backwards one note at a time keeping the throat open and the voice box down like this.
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step down
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Of course you need to find a tone that's suitable for your voice,
see if I speak all day like that it's not going to sound right for me, but for very short periods
of time and for very serious points during public speaking it's absolutely perfect. So play around
with those sounds and find the best pitch that feels right and sounds right for your voice.
If you've enjoyed this video today I know you'll get tons of value out of my next video too
i'll see you there! [music]
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