Patrick Muñoz
Voice & Speech Coach
Education
- Temple University, MFA, Acting
- Dartmouth College, BA, Drama & English
Professional Achievements
- Author of "Accent: American" and "51 Affirmations for Being a Powerful Speaker"
- Created multiple speech and voice courses, including "The Muñoz Method 8 Minute Warm-Up" and "Accent: American for the Spanish, Chinese & Russian Speaker"
Certifications & Organizations
- Member of the Voice & Speech Trainers Association of America
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Co-authored Articles (75)
How to Lose Your Voice Fast
Temporarily ruin your voice safely and quickly with our simple guide It's totally possible to lose your voice fast without resorting to smoking or getting a cold—you just need to strain or dry out your vocal cords. Exe...
How to
Talk With a Deeper Voice
Whether you’re trying to become a radio announcer or improve your sense of authority over your new puppy, talking with a deeper voice can be very useful. Quite a bit of information on this topic exists, and luckily, we...
How to
Write a Welcome Speech
Are you on welcome speech duty for an upcoming program or event? You’ve got nothing to worry about—with the right format and tone, it’s super easy to write and present a welcome speech for just about any occasion. ...
How to
Write a Student Council Speech
Being a member of the student council can help you help your school. However, it takes hard work to get into the student council. You need to craft a good speech that gives your classmates incentives to vote for you.
How to
Write a Debate Speech
So, you've joined debate, and it's time to write a debate speech. There are some tried and true methods to writing an effective debate speech. If you understand them, and the components that make up a standard debate spe...
How to Write a Maid of Honor Speech (With Delivery Tips & Sample Speeches)
An easy-to-follow outline for the perfect maid of honor speech Being the maid of honor is, as the name suggests, a huge honor. Delivering a maid of honor speech can feel overwhelming, but it’s a great way to show the n...
How to Sound like a Girl: Tips, Exercises & Voice-Changing Apps
Feminize the pitch and mannerisms of your voice with our complete guideIf you want to have a more feminine voice, it’s easy to change your pitch and tone when you speak. Whether you’re trying to find a new voice tha...
How to
Talk Like a Stereotypical New Yorker
The City of New York, as it's officially called, is quite a distinctive one. The way New Yorkers speak is different from generic US speech, both in the accent and in some of the phrases used. Learning how to pronounce yo...
How to
Change Your Voice
The sound of your voice is determined by the size of your vocal cords and other physiological factors. While it's not possible to completely alter your voice from high to low or vice versa, there are techniques you can t...
How to
Permanently Lower Your Voice
Not everyone is blessed with a deep, sultry, and mysterious voice. Most people develop a deeper voice as they mature but some will always have a tenor range. Suddenly going from Prince to James Earl Jones may be impossib...
4 Ways to Lose Your Voice Quickly
Plus harmful hoarsening methods to avoid Hoarseness or total loss of your voice is caused by a condition called laryngitis in which the voice box (larynx) becomes inflamed. Laryngitis has many causes, so, if you're aimin...
How to
Develop a Manly Voice
Developing a manly voice is something many people aspire to. Manly voices tend to be stronger and deeper, and this type of voice can inspire confidence in the people around you. Also, if you are trans and trying to get a...
How to
Talk With a Scottish Accent
The Scottish accent is a fun, but difficult accent to do properly. However, with some practice and self-confidence, you can start mimicking your favorite Scottish accents!
Sense of Humor: Definition, Benefits, & How to Get One Yourself
Plus, learn about the different types of humor you can have A sense of humor can be a person's greatest asset. This skill can help you interact easily with others, improve your health, and even help diffuse difficult si...
How to
Fake a Thick Russian Accent
Learning accents can be a great way to prep for language learning, as well as performing a role in which you have to use that accent. The Russian accent can be difficult because it involves some sounds and some orthograp...
How to
Have a Nice Voice
Do you think your voice sounds weird? Do you not like your voice cracking? Believe it or not, you're not stuck with the voice you have now, even if you're an adult. Almost every aspect of your voice, from its deepness to...
How to
Imitate a Texan Accent
The drawn-out drawl of a Texan accent is one of the best known accents in America, through its unique sound and popularization through western TV and movies. The varieties of Texas accents are similar to other country mi...
How to
Strengthen Your Singing Voice
Everyone is born with their own distinct singing voice, but you can actually improve yours by making some simple lifestyle changes and doing easy singing exercises. We’ve put together the ultimate guide for strengtheni...
How to
Train Your Voice
Your voice is an instrument that needs training and practice so it improves. Fortunately, there are lots of exercises that teach you to breathe or vocalize properly. Whether you're working with a vocal coach or on your ...
How to
Develop a Perfect Speaking Voice
We have all heard at least one person in our lives whose voice is so beautiful and rich that we enjoy listening to them speak, sometimes regardless of what they are actually saying. While developing perfect vocal intonat...
