Author : Sélim Nassib
Publisher :
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 19,60 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
The story of the Arab world's greatest and most popular singer, Umm Kalthum, told through the eyes of the poet Ahmad Rami, who wrote her lyrics and loved her in vain all his life. Spanning five decades in the history of modern Egypt, Nassib's passionate tale of love and longing provides a key to understanding the soul, the aspirations and disappointments of the Arab world.
Author : Roger Love (Voice coach)
Publisher : Hay House, Inc
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 35,33 MB
Release : 2007-08
Category : Voice culture
ISBN : 1401924182
Most people hardly ever think about their voice ... but that needs to change! Why? Because if your speaking voice actually sounded better, you could dramatically improve the quality of your life. Internationally renowned vocal coach Roger Love has proven that thousands of times over the years with some of the most famous and successful people in the world. He says,?Life is all about communication ... the things you say to yourself and others. You can talk to yourself without making a sound, but when other people come into the picture, you eventually have to open your mouth and let sound come out. That's where I come in. I want to help you learn what sounds are working for and against you.? In Love Your Voice, Roger takes you step by step through the same techniques he teaches his celebrity clients, and the accompanying audio download will make it crystal clear exactly what sounds you should be making. It's time that you learned the secret sounds leading to success ... and how to truly Love Your Voice!
Author : Donna Frazier
Publisher : Little, Brown
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 45,86 MB
Release : 2016-12-27
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 0316311286
Language and the way that people communicate has evolved over time, now you can learn how to effectively use your voice in the most effective way possible in order to get your message across. Every time we open our mouths, we have an effect on ourselves and the way others perceive us. The ability to speak clearly and confidently can make or break a presentation, an important meeting, or even a first date. Now, with the advent of Skype, YouTube, podcasting, Vine, and any number of reality talent competitions, your vocal presence has never been more necessary for success or more central to achieving your dreams. Roger Love has over 30 years of experience as one of the world's leading authorities on voice. Making use of the innovative techniques that have worked wonders with his professional clients, Love distills the best of his teaching in Set Your Voice Free, and shares exercises that will help readers bring emotion, range, and power to the way they speak. This updated edition incorporates what he's learned in the last 15 years as the Internet and talent competitions have completely changed the role your voice plays in your life. These are the new essentials for sounding authentic, persuasive, distinctive, and real in a world that demands nothing less.
Author : Emma Forrest
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 43,18 MB
Release : 2012-01-19
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1408822067
A dazzling and devastating memoir exploring breakdown and obsessive love, in a voice unlike any other
Author : Leah Scheier
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 44,55 MB
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 1492614424
"I was the one he trusted. I was the one he loved, the only one who believed him, even when his own mother had locked him up and thrown away the key. And now, I was going to pass down the white tiled hallway, knock on his doctor's office door, slam his secret notebook on her desk and make her read it, make her understand what he was hiding, make her see what only I had seen." April won't let Jonah go without a fight. He's her boyfriend—her best friend. She'll do anything to keep him safe. But as Jonah slips into a dark depression, trying to escape the traumatic past that haunts him, April is torn. To protect Jonah, she risks losing everything: family, friends, an opportunity to attend a prestigious music school. How much must she sacrifice? And will her voice be loud enough to drown out the dissenters—and the ones in his head?
Author : JJ Heller
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 37,80 MB
Release : 2021-07-20
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0593193253
This heartwarming picture book reassures children that a parent’s love never lets go—based on the poignant lyrics of JJ Heller’s beloved lullaby “Hand to Hold.” “May the living light inside you be the compass as you go / May you always know you have my hand to hold.” With delightful illustrations and an engaging rhyme scheme, this book offers the promise of security and love every child’s heart longs to know. From skipping stones and counting stars to climbing trees and telling stories, every moment is wrapped snugly in the certain warmth of a parent’s presence and God’s blessing. With poignancy and joy, this bedtime read captures the unconditional love parents want their children to know but so often fail to express amid the chaos of daily life.
Author : Caroline Goyder
Publisher : Random House
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 50,72 MB
Release : 2020-01-30
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 1473571537
‘This book is brilliant! It will change lives.’ - Suzy Walker, Editor-in-Chief, Psychologies 'A fantastic guide to speaking up and overcoming insecurities by the best voice coach ever.' - Viv Groskop, author of How to Own the Room Speak up and stand out Whether you want more social confidence in your day-to-day life, are hosting an event or appearing on a podcast, Find Your Voice will empower you to be bold, be present and captivate any audience. Based on decades of helping broadcasters, celebrities, teachers and top level professionals speak effortlessly in front of others, renowned voice teacher and communication expert Caroline Goyder will show you how to: · Harness the full potential of your body, breath and voice · Genuinely connect to others in a dizzyingly distracted world · Stand out as calm speaker whatever the situation
Author : James Sills
Publisher : Do Book Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 28,56 MB
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781907974700
'An open door to the joyous world of singing.' - Cerys Matthews Singing is one thing, but singing together is something else. Powerful and uplifting, group singing creates deep human connections and benefits our wellbeing. And it's fun. Vocal leader James Sills believes that group singing has the power to change lives. It is a joyful expression of our humanity that gives us purpose, encourages us to be fully present, and helps foster social bonds. In Do Sing, James invites us to reflect on our own singing journey. Was there a time when you stopped singing, or were told you couldn't sing? Do certain songs trigger happy memories? With exercises to help unlock your voice, improve breathing, release tension, and a few simple songs to get started, Do Sing will help you to overcome (often deep-rooted) inhibitions and reawaken a love of singing. Do Sing is a welcome remedy to the demands of modern life – and an invitation to experience the joy of group singing for yourself.
Author : Cynthia Heald
Publisher : Tyndale House
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 10,13 MB
Release : 2014-02-27
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1612914489
From beloved author Cynthia Heald, known for her “Becoming a Woman of . . .” series of devotionals, comes a powerful exploration of what it really means to have an intimate relationship with God and the transforming difference it makes in our lives. Through twenty-eight short chapters, discover the richness of God’s encouraging words, His listening ear, His faithful presence, and His joyful embrace. Thought-provoking questions and journaling space will guide you on a deeply personal journey into God’s loving heart for you.
Author : Cate Beauman
Publisher : Cate Beauman
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 27,55 MB
Release : 2024-08-06
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
First Love. Second Chances. Fiona Willis always wanted a big, exciting life. At twenty-seven, she has one: great friends, a Seattle condo with an amazing view, and a killer job as a senior events planner with a world-renowned firm. So why can’t she forget the man who shattered her dreams and broke her heart? Cameron Bennet has his hands full. As a single dad and head construction manager at Bennet & Sons, he’s an expert at the juggling act. Between playdates, soccer practices, and his hectic work schedule, he rarely has time to relax. Yet even on his craziest days, he’s never stopped thinking about the one who got away. When an emergency forces Fiona to return to her hometown, she discovers that nothing is how she thought it would be. Fiona tries her best to avoid Cam and their undeniable chemistry, but Cam is determined to right his wrongs before Fiona disappears from his life again.
