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Void & Vista is a creative software company that specializes in sound design for software instruments. Their latest release, FOLDS, is a vocal-based instrument that allows for extensive control and shaping of sounds. The development process took a year and involved three vocalists, with experimentation playing a key role. The company's approach is rooted in trust and collaboration, and their first product, STRANDS, was also driven by experimentation and a focus on cinematic sound design. Void & Vista prioritizes the user interface to enhance the overall experience, and the response to their instruments has been positive. They are currently working on updates for STRANDS and have plans for future releases. However, they face challenges such as self-funding and maintaining a work-life balance. [Extracted from the article]

The text is an interview with Dr. Anthony Lim, the Medical Director of the McDougall Program, a lifestyle medicine program that promotes whole-food, plant-based diets and lifestyle modifications. Dr. Lim discusses his personal journey to adopting this diet and his role in the program. He highlights the importance of personalized coaching and meeting patients where they are in their own journey. The program has transitioned to an online format, offering lectures, support, and accountability to patients worldwide. Dr. Lim is available for follow-up visits and consultations to determine if the program is suitable for individuals. He also discusses the success of the program in managing various health conditions and expresses concerns about weight loss medications and gastric bypass surgery. Dr. Lim emphasizes the importance of informed consent and individual choice regarding vaccines. He shares his own experiences and the role of faith and love in his life and practice. [Extracted from the article]

Ryo Kiyuna, a martial artist from Okinawa, Japan, gained international attention at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo when karate was included as an official Olympic event for the first time. Kiyuna, an expert in the kata format of karate, won a gold medal and touched hearts around the world by carrying a photo of his late mother on the winners' podium. He has had a successful career, winning multiple world championships and other prestigious titles. Despite karate's positive reception at the Olympics, it will not be included in the 2024 and 2028 Games. Kiyuna announced his retirement in early 2023. [Extracted from the article]

Debra Bonner, a renowned singer and music teacher, is spreading her gospel choirs throughout Utah and the world. She comes from a musical family and has instilled a love for music in each of her family members. Debra's life has been centered around her Christianity, and her conversion to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has played a significant role in her musical journey. She leads various choirs, including The Unity Gospel Choir International, and her choirs have a transformative effect on their members, providing healing and a sense of unity. [Extracted from the article]

The article details a musician's battle with laryngitis during a crucial tour, highlighting the physical and emotional hurdles, medical treatments, and eventual return to performing. Topics discussed include the impact of voice-related health issues on identity and career, the challenges of maintaining vocal health while touring, and the resilience required to overcome setbacks in professional music.

This article provides a glimpse into the life and work of Walden Moore, the retiring director of music at Trinity-on-the-Green in New Haven, CT. Moore's 40 years of service have left a lasting impact, with his organ scholars going on to prestigious positions in the field. Known for his subtle and emotional playing style, Moore is also praised for his generosity and selflessness towards his assistants and choristers. The article includes information about the church's organs, Moore's retirement plans, and acknowledges his impact as a musician, churchman, and mentor. [Extracted from the article]

This article from AudioFile magazine highlights the careers and exceptional performances of their Golden Voice narrators. The narrators, Dominic Hoffman, Kate Reading, and Robert Petkoff, share insights into their work and what inspires them. They discuss their approaches to creating emotional connections with the material, finding inspiration for accents, and the surprises they encounter in their work. The narrators also mention memorable characters they have given voice to and the feedback they have received from fans. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses two collections of American string quartets performed by the Miró Quartet and the Pacifica Quartet. The Miró Quartet's program includes works by Kevin Puts, Caroline Shaw, George Walker, and Samuel Barber, with their performance praised for its passion and dramatic expression. The Pacifica Quartet's album, "American Voices," features compositions by Antonín Dvořák, Florence Price, Louis Gruenberg, and James Lee III. The album is well-programmed, beautifully recorded, and superbly played, showcasing a diverse range of American composers. Both the Miró Quartet and the Pacifica Quartet deliver exceptional performances, making these collections worthwhile additions to American string quartet music. [Extracted from the article]

Vince Staples is an artist who has managed to maintain his unique voice while still appealing to a wide range of people. He has released six studio albums and has a Netflix series called The Vince Staples Show. Despite his niche appeal, his work is enjoyed by many. Vince has the artistic integrity and talent that sets him apart, making him a favorite among other rappers. He has the freedom to pursue any creative endeavor he desires, whether it's writing a seventh album or pitching a Marvel movie. [Extracted from the article]

Beabadoobee, a talented artist, is praised for her warm and nostalgic voice that transports listeners to a different time. Her album "This Is How Tomorrow Moves" showcases her sincerity and ability to articulate love and change. Despite the gritty and tough nature of her music, it also reveals a refreshing sensitivity. The author had the privilege of watching her perform and was impressed by her effortless talent. Additionally, Beabadoobee is described as a kind and generous person. [Extracted from the article]

James Earl Jones, a renowned actor known for his iconic role as Darth Vader in Star Wars, has passed away. Born in Mississippi in 1931, Jones had a prolific career in movies, theater, and TV. Despite being nominated for an Oscar only once, he won multiple Tony Awards, Emmys, and a Grammy. Jones' deep baritone voice brought life to characters like Darth Vader and Mufasa in The Lion King. Although his career didn't reach the same heights as contemporaries like Sidney Poitier and Harry Belafonte, Jones brought immense pleasure to audiences with his performances. [Extracted from the article]

This column delves into the impact that representation holds in shaping a student's perception of their ability to be successful. To combat the homogeneity of representation in standard statistics content, the author created and maintains the CURV – connecting, uplifting, and recognizing voices – to introduce students to scholars to whom they can relate. Through a weekly activity of Statistician of the Day the author introduces students to scholars who are traditionally underrepresented in statistics and data science. The column concludes with how to contribute to CURV. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article focuses on the advertising industry's silence regarding the Gaza conflict. Topics include the industry's expression of solidarity with Israel after the October 7th attacks, the lack of similar statements about the ongoing violence in Gaza, and the fear of backlash as a reason for this silence.

This article from Writer's Digest provides 15 exercises to help writers find their character's voice. The exercises include prop improv, copywork, acting out scenes, scripting scenes, using the Dialogue Daisy technique, considering mental health status, exploring age, gender, and location, spending a day with the character, considering religion and spirituality, exploring special hobbies and interests, examining close relationships, studying TV show archetypes, rewriting scenes, analyzing speech patterns, and considering the target audience. These exercises aim to help writers develop unique and authentic voices for their characters. [Extracted from the article]

The author describes her personal experience of communication with her son who is deafblind. She highlights the family's discovery of their son's hearing loss and cortical visual impairment (CVI) and the strategies they used to foster and support his communication abilities. She shares insights into the challenges they encountered and the lesson they learned from her son on their need to support him in achieving his milestones to effectively communicate as a team.

The article presents an interview with Merete Nørgaard, who discusses her work with leaders and communicators, emphasizing the importance of voice training for authentic leadership and self-expression through her company Living Voice. She highlights the voice as an instrument for enhancing human connection and communication skills.

Getting to know your inner voice could have a dramatic impact on your daily life, finds Caroline Williams [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the study of the human voice and the complexities involved in diagnosing voice disorders. Maryam Naghibolhosseini, a researcher at Michigan State University, uses engineering and technology approaches, along with physiology and perception, to better understand and diagnose vocal disorders. She specifically focuses on using advanced image processing, machine learning, and statistical analysis techniques to analyze high-speed videos of vocal fold vibrations and extract information that can aid in diagnosing and treating voice disorders. Naghibolhosseini also explores the connection between the vocal production system and the vocal perception system, as well as the potential use of artificial intelligence in voice research. The ultimate goal of her research is to develop personalized treatment approaches and use voice as a biomarker to measure other health-related issues in the human body. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the idea that the human body and holistic being can be seen as a musical instrument, with sound having a profound impact on our well-being and healing processes. It author explores the scientific principles behind sound practices, including entrainment and coherence, and discusses how nurses can integrate sound into their practice to promote holistic healing and well-being.

The article focuses on the transformative power of singing and voice embodiment in promoting wellness and emotional healing. It explores how singing connects us to deep emotions and memories, facilitates relaxation through diaphragmatic breathing, and enhances physiological well-being by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system.

If voice is how your character's personality shines through in syntax and word choice, tone is an attitude the writer takes or the mood the writing conveys. Create Tone Through Specific Word Choices or Sentence Structure Tone also can dictate word choices and sentence structure - a hard-boiled detective novel may not typically have a lot of lyrical long sentences. Later in the conversation, Hennessy circles back and makes fun of Jo in the way that Jo made fun of her: "… We're really just a bunch of businesspeople trying to make the world run a little more smoothly while paying our mortgages." BOOK BUILDING Every genre has a relatively unique signature or style that readers come to expect, known as voice and tone, which make it possible to identify the genre within a few pages. [Extracted from the article]

The Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center has launched two new online resources as part of its "Jewish Neighborhood Voices" oral history project. The first resource is a collection of oral histories recorded by individuals who grew up in historically Jewish neighborhoods in Massachusetts in the first half of the 20th century. The second resource is an online exhibit that presents themes and insights derived from the oral histories, showcasing the Jewish experience in a specific time and place. The project aimed to document memories of Greater Boston Jewish neighborhoods and the immigrant generation while they were still alive. The oral histories capture detailed descriptions of the neighborhoods, as well as generational similarities and the subsequent wave of assimilation and aspiration. The online exhibit combines audio clips, photographs, and archival material to bring these neighborhoods to life. The project hopes to preserve Jewish family and community life for future generations and inform current residents about the contributions of their Jewish neighbors. The oral history recordings are available in the JHC/American Ancestors' Digital Library & Archives for researchers to access. [Extracted from the article]

An interview with composer, Dianne Goolkasian Rahbee is presented. She reflects on uninspiring early lessons but found inspiration with Antoine Louis Moeldner, a teacher who studied with Paderewski. She also explores Rahbee's Armenian heritage, emphasizing the cultural influence on her upbringing, including language, church, and unique Armenian music, shaping her musical identity.

The article explores teachable solutions for common vocal issues, emphasizing the importance of understanding vocal physiology, acoustics, and technique. Topics discussed include basic terminology such as head voice, chest voice, and belt, as well as vocal acoustics and practical strategies to overcome challenges like breathy tone, nasality, shout coordination, and strain. By integrating this knowledge, educators can enhance students' vocal capabilities and improve choir performance.

Suno AI, a startup based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, has developed an AI model that can generate pro-level songs based on simple text prompts. The company's latest model, V3, can create music and lyrics in collaboration with OpenAI's ChatGPT. Suno aims to democratize music-making and envisions a future where a billion people worldwide pay a monthly fee to create their own songs. While some musicians express concerns about the potential impact of AI-generated music, Suno's founders emphasize that their goal is to engage more people with music and support artists, not replace them. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of the female voice in nature writing and provides examples of celebrated female writers who have found inspiration in the outdoors. The author highlights the anthology "Women on Nature" by Katharine Norbury, which includes a diverse range of female voices and perspectives on the natural world. The article also mentions other contemporary writers who incorporate nature into their work, such as Cynthia Zarin and Louise Erdrich. The author emphasizes the power of using the natural world as a metaphor and simile in both fiction and non-fiction writing. [Extracted from the article]

AT&T has announced AT&T Cloud Voice with Microsoft Teams Phone Mobile, a solution that integrates its 5G network with Microsoft Teams Phone using Azure Communications Gateway. This solution provides a secure, mobile-first, AI-driven experience for unified communication, allowing users to work flexibly and securely from any location or device. It is scheduled for Controlled Introduction in early Summer 2024 and General Availability by Q3 2024. AT&T customers can engage in planning workshops with AT&T Consulting to facilitate their transition to cloud and mobile communication applications. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers at the University of Washington have developed prototype noise-cancelling headphones that allow users to select which background noise to block out. The headphones are equipped with microphones that record sound and pass it to an artificial intelligence system on a smartphone. The AI is trained on various types of sounds, including alarm clocks, crying babies, and birdsong, and users can choose to either allow or block each category of sound. Additionally, the AI can focus on a specific voice and exclude all other noise. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the history, objectives, faculty, curriculum, pedagogy, and contributions of Canada's National Voice Intensive. It provides a comprehensive overview of how the Voice Intensive was established, its aims in serving the acting community, the faculty involved, the curriculum based on freeing the natural voice, the research-oriented approach, and the pedagogy emphasizing embodied voice and text work.

The article focuses on the development of an artist's unique voice in ceramics, discussing the importance of finding and developing influences, as well as offering guidelines for those seeking their artistic identity. It mentions the author, Steven Hill, shares personal examples from his own journey and provides ten steps to help artists progress towards a more distinctive and authentic creative vision in clay.

Among many types of authentic texts that enrich the German lesson, literary texts should occupy a prominent place, not only for their linguistic, historical, aesthetic and cultural value, but also because it is thanks to the contact with literature that the learner can develop crucial skills in building one's own identity. There are many questions to be answered that shape the need for a deep analysis of a space that is still open. There are many theoretical breakthroughs as well as many possible empirical and practical horizons in which the authoritative voice of literary text should be the undisputed point of reference, departure and arrival. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses Israel's covert operation to prime Hezbollah pagers to explode, potentially disrupting their communication lines. While the operation was innovative, its implementation was flawed, and it may not achieve its intended strategic impact. The article highlights the complex history of technological warfare between Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran, emphasizing the intricate planning and skill required for such operations. The author also raises concerns about the potential consequences of such actions and questions the motivations behind them, suggesting political considerations may have influenced the decision-making process. [Extracted from the article]

The article "Voices of Displacement: How Life Changed for Gazans Amid Ongoing Genocide" by Dima Ashour discusses the impact of Israel's orders for Palestinians to evacuate their homes in Gaza, leading to displacement and uncertainty. The stories of individuals like Abu Mohammed, Rola Maher, Farah AlYazji, and Lana Maher highlight the challenges faced, from abandoned farms to disrupted education and unfulfilled dreams. The article sheds light on the personal struggles and hopes of Gazans amidst ongoing conflict and displacement. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses a new release by the Pacifica String Quartet titled "American Voices," which features works by Dvořák, Price, Gruenberg, and Lee III. The performances are praised for their enthusiasm and beauty, particularly in Dvořák's "American" String Quartet. The quartet also showcases the music of Florence Price, whose work reflects the influence of Dvořák. The article concludes by recommending the recording as a well-programmed and superbly played disc. Additionally, the article briefly mentions a reissue in MDG's "Preziosa" Series, which includes wind quintets by Françaix, Hindemith, Ibert, and Taffanel. The review notes that the sound quality of the earlier recordings is excellent, despite being labeled as AAD by MDG, and mentions that the CD does not include the original discmate, George Onslow's Quintet in F. [Extracted from the article]

Phone scammers are using AI technology to clone people's voices and scam unsuspecting individuals. This technology has been available since 2018, but recent advancements have made it faster and more accurate. Scammers can obtain voice samples from social media or phone calls and then use voice cloning to impersonate someone, such as a grandchild, and request money for emergencies. To protect yourself, it is recommended to establish a code word with your family and have them confirm it during emergency calls to verify their identity. As AI-powered voice cloning becomes more widespread, this type of scam is expected to increase in popularity. [Extracted from the article]

The article introduces the Mitchell Museum's Native Voices Cover-to-Cover Project, aimed at providing accessible, authentic Native stories for families and children (5-11) of diverse backgrounds, countering harmful stereotypes. Topics include promoting six Native-authored books that accurately represent Native diversity and strengths.

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The article discusses the policy priorities outlined by the Commissioner Designate for Victims of Crime for Northern Ireland, Geraldine Hanna.The author emphasizes the areas of delay, data, and disclosure as key focuses to enhance the experience of victims within the criminal justice system. It also mentions that despite challenges such as limited resources and absence of government,it aims to establish her office in legislation and advocate for victims' rights and improvements in the system.

The article from PC Gamer (US Edition) features an interview with voice actor Ben Starr, known for his role as Clive Rosfield in Final Fantasy XVI. Starr discusses his unexpected rise to meme status and his enjoyment of the creative ways fans have used his image. He also shares his love for the well-written character of Clive and humorously imagines taking different summons on dream dates. The article highlights Starr's lighthearted approach to his work and his desire to bring joy to fans through his performances. [Extracted from the article]

Singing is pivotal to an individual's musical development. Voice change can present a challenge to adolescent boy singers and can affect their engagement with music, and beyond. In this article, I explore the physiological changes that occur during voice change, the relationship between singer identity and self-efficacy, and impacts of gendered perceptions on singing. Promising practices shared include deepening vocal pedagogies in school choral contexts, embracing vocal exploration and improvisation, and facilitating opportunities for peer modeling. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]