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Can I teach myself to be a ventriloquist?

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Yes, you can! Creativity, passion, enthusiasm and determination are all you need. And of course, you can always seek inspiration from other well-known ventriloquists to improve your skills!

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Would this help me be a ventriloquist?

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Yes, it would help you to become a ventriloquist. Of course, it will still take lots of practice.

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Is it okay to speak difficult letters by using easier letters when talking with my mouth closed?

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You could try, yes. Many ventriloquism books and courses get into this. It won't be perfect, but you should be able to communicate, still.

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Can I still move my lips?

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No, to talk properly with your mouth closed you should not move your lips.

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Do I really put my teeth together like that, or do I just make it look that way?

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Yes, to be able sound like you're talking properly with your mouth closed, you have to put your teeth together so no one will see your tongue moving.

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Do I make a soft T a P when talking with my mouth closed?

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Yes, in order to make a P sound, you will need to use a soft T sound. P and B are the hardest to master and take a lot of practice.

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How long, on average, would it take for me to fully master ventriloquy?

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For most beginners, it will take a few weeks; to get the hang of it and to be supremely fluent, it would take around a year.

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