The Importance of Vocal Warmups (and Downs)

When you earn your living with your voice, it only makes sense that you should do everything possible to protect it. But many voice actors aren't doing enough, if anything.

Shana Pennington-Baird suffered a vocal injury early in her career, and to ensure it never happened again, she's become "religious" about both warming up and warming down. It's one way to you can build longevity into your performance career.

In this episode, Shana shares a lot of great advice not only on why vocal warmups and general vocal health are essential, but she also gives plenty of practical tips for how we can protect our money makers.

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* Thanks to "Uncle Roy" for production assistance!
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* Thanks to Christy Harst for VO contributions!
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* Thanks to Krysta Wallrauch for VO contributions!
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