AudioBook Demo - Red

[P.R.E.Z.]

I've decided to enter into Scott Brick's audio book contest that he's putting on, and since I'm a glutton for punishment, I've decided to post the demo here (just kidding. I really do listen to what is being said here).

I'm really looking for feedback from people who actually have experience doing audio books if you would be so kind as to take out the time.

Thanks ahead of time.

God bless.

[Clintonnobles]

Really awesome read. Makes me want to listen to the whole thing lol Way to go.

[Mike Sommer]

Nice this story seems to fit you well. I too would like too read this book, but I promised myself to finish the four books I already have going.

I liked the characters but they could use a little more sculpting.

You should warm up before you read, you also need to work on your pronunciation and articulation. You seem to have an interchangeable "D" and "T". The big offenders: Twitched, President, Heartening, Onset, Didn't, Kidnaping, Demanded. Hit the "D" and tap the "T". Sometimes it seems you center your voice under your tongue, or worlds just get stuck there. Move your voice up in your head, pretend you are speaking through your eyes. See if that works

You need to smooth some parts out. There were a few sections that just seemed staccato especially when it needed to be legato and marcato or at least with an better undressing what you were trying to say.

Over all, good try.

[P.R.E.Z.]

Thanks for your compliments and feedback. I've re-recorded the read taking into consideration some of the pointers that have been given. Always welcome your feedback.

God bless.

[Mike Sommer]

Much better, the D and T problem crept in every once in a while, and I could also feel an over compensation at times while trying to get it all in. If you make it a conscious effort to speak properly all the time it will all smooth itself out. ( I too can turn into a mumbling dork). You also seem to get the words out form under your tongue, do you hear the difference? There is a new vitality to the read.

There are some problems with some some of the words you are stressing, and smoothing out the thoughts of the characters.

Over all a much better job.

I strongly recommend taking a good VO and acting classes -these would serve you very well.

[P.R.E.Z.]

I'd recommend it to if I had the money. Seeing as I don't and voice overs are secondary, I have to learn as I go here.

Thanks for your input. Really appreciate the advice.