The Art of Voice Acting - 4th Ed.

If you, or someone you know, is even remotely interested in the fun and fascinating field of Voiceover, then this book is a MUST. THE ART OF VOICE ACTING, now in its 4th Edition, is considered by many in the industry, to be THE Voiceover Bible. Written by my friend, mentor, and voice coach, James Alburger, it covers every topic and answers so many questions you may have, whether you are a beginner or life-long pro.

I encourage you to pre-order your copy today by going to www.voiceacting.com.

-Derek Chappell
The Voice of Your Business

Longtime Yankee Announcer Passes

May we all live so long and enjoy what we do. Longtime New York Yankee PA announcer Bob Sheppard passes away at 99. What a legend he was and oh what legends he saw play the game.

Derek Chappell
The Voice of Your Business

Derek's Voice Career on Google

Working Without a Net

Since I started this blog as an avenue to share news, thoughts and insight about my passion and part-time gig as a voice talent, I've not mentioned anything about my "day job", thinking it a good idea to keep them separate. But, my day job is a huge part of who I am and what I do, so I think it is worth mentioning in this forum.

For the past 14 years, I have practiced law as a partner in the Jordan & Chappell Law Office. My partner, and mentor in the practice of representing injured workers all over the state of Kansas, Gary Jordan, and I, have mutually decided to end the partnership and continue to practice as sole practitioners. I am very glad to say that we part, as partners, on very good terms. We have decided to continue to share office space, staff, etc. It is a move that will benefit us both in the long term.

I am very grateful to Gary for the opportunities and guidance he has given me, as well as our staff for their support and understanding. The Jordan & Chappell Law Office officially ended its existence today. I feel like the safety net under my high-wire has been removed.

Today, April 1st, a new era of business and responsibility begins for me as I continue to represent my clients, as....Derek R. Chappell - Attorney at Law.

No Foolin'.

Derek Chappell
The Voice of Your Business

My Demo's Are Now on My Voiceover Blog

For your convenience, I've copied my demo's from my website to my blog. (Ok, I didn't actually do it because it was way too complicated for me.) My thanks to Jason Sikes at Village Green Studios, for doing the 'technical' work.

Jason created my website and has done so for many voice and on camera talent. His website is very entertaining, like reading an old comic book, and you can see samples of the websites he has created. If you are in need of a website or web host, I highly recommend Jason @ Village Green Studios.

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Thanks.

Derek Chappell
The Voice of Your Business