Glyssen

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Glyssen: Dramatized Scripture Recording Software

Glyssen is a specialized software designed to help you produce scripts for high-quality dramatized audio recordings of Scripture. Think of it as your production assistant that guides you every step of the way. Glyssen quickly identifies all the direct speech in the text and the biblical characters who speak each part. It then walks you through the process of selecting a cast and assigning roles to voice actors, finally preparing a complete set of scripts for use in the recording process. With options to accept default recommendations or customize settings, Glyssen fits all your project requirements seamlessly.

Whether you are a novice or an expert, Glyssen makes the process of multi-voice recording simpler and more efficient. By using translated Scripture text from a Paratext project or a Text Release Bundle, the software detects direct speech and accurately assigns biblical characters to each part. This helps you focus more on the creative aspects, like casting and directing, while Glyssen handles the technical details.

Glyssen is designed to be accessible, providing a robust solution for translation teams aiming to produce high-quality dramatized Scripture recordings. Download Glyssen today and experience how easy and effective Scripture recording can be!

Efficient Script Breakdown

Glyssen starts with the translated Scripture text and identifies all instances of direct speech. For 95% of these, it automatically determines the speaker, simplifying your workload significantly. Text not marked as direct speech is assigned to the book narrator, ensuring clarity and consistency.

Cast Planning and Role Assignments

Select an appropriate cast size with ease. Glyssen compiles a list of biblical character roles to match your selected cast. You can print this list as a recruiting aid. The software also adapts to the number of voice actors you actually recruit, making it flexible and user-friendly.

Seamless Recording Process

In the recording phase, Glyssen prepares and exports scripts compatible with existing recording methods used by SIL and Faith Comes By Hearing. It also supports HearThis, making it versatile for different project needs.

Common questions

Who should use Glyssen?

Glyssen is designed for use by both novices and experts in recording projects. It will help translation teams prepare and produce a dramatized recording of Scripture. Basic computer skills are necessary.
The Glyssen step for ‘Identifying Speaking Parts’ requires knowledge of the target language in order to correctly identify which biblical character is speaking. Whenever feasible, utilize someone on the translation team for this task.
The Glyssen steps for ‘Cast Size Planning’ and ‘Assign Voice Actors’ are best done by the person responsible to recruit the voice talent cast and handle the logistics of the recording project and cast. This might be a member of the translation team or a local leader. Again, basic computer skills are necessary, though computer tasks could be delegated.

When should you use Glyssen?

If you wish to do audio recording as a naturalness check of the translation, use HearThis to quickly produce a single-voice recording.
If you wish to invest in publishing a single or multi-voice recording for long-term use, wait until the text has been consultant checked and then utilize either HearThis or Glyssen in your recording project plans.

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