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The New York accent, represented by a New York City street and skyline.
Voice Acting
Talk Like a New Yorker: The Ultimate Guide to the New...

Learn how to talk like a New Yorker with our guide to the New York accent, including a breakdown of each borough's distinct pronunciations.

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Voice Acting
10 Strategies to Master a Russian Accent

Understanding the intricacies of the Russian language is essential for developing an authentic Russian accent. Here's how to do a Russian accent!

English lesson Teacher shows how to pronounce the sounds to non English speakers.
Voice Acting
What English Sounds Like to Non English Speakers

Let’s look a little closer at what English sounds like to non English speakers and which languages struggle the most with English pronunciation.

A visual representation of the International Phonetic Alphabet using old-style lettering.
Voice Acting
History of the International Phonetic Alphabet

Find out what the International Phonetic Alphabet, or IPA, is, why and when it was invented, how to read the IPA chart and navigate its complexities.

Voice Acting
Learn to Speak with a Boston Accent: A Guide for 2024

Ever wondered how to talk like a true Bostonian? From dropping R’s to mastering local slang, this guide will help you sound like a local in no time. You may...

Disney's Moana The Songs, LP Vinyl record standing on white back
Voice Acting
Who is the Voice of Moana?

Auli’i Cravalho was born in Hawaii, singing in her glee club and other student organizations. She was spotted by a talent scout on Oahu.

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Technology
What Is Text to Speech? Part 1 in our TTS Series

Text to Speech (TTS) tools are a relatively new technology, but chances are you have already seen, or more accurately, heard TTS in action.

Languages from around the world
Voice Acting
What are the 9 Types of French Spoken Around the World?

Looking at the different types of French spoken around the world and how you can distinguish between the different accents and dialects.

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Voice Acting
3 Tips For How to Pronounce Difficult Names

3 tips to help voice actors pronounce difficult names correctly. Inspired by the famous Welsh actor Ioan Gruffudd and his difficult name.

Video
The Importance of Saying Someone’s Name Properly

Saying someones name properly forms a relationship and shows respect for the person you are engaging with, it shows significance.

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Vocal Health
Do Different Languages Use Different Facial Muscles?

Ever notice that your face may feel different depending on what language you are speaking? Learn why different languages require different facial muscles.

Coaching
Why Is Practicing So Important?

Great artists all struggle with practicing. Marc gives you the inspiration you need to overcome the urge not to practice.

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