Course Description

Voice II focuses on speech and dialect addressing issues such as articulation, diction, dialect reduction, standard American speech, and dialect using IPA and Lessac's vocal notion as tools.

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Athena Title

Voice II Speech and Dialect

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Prerequisite

THEA 7521

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Semester Course Offered

Not offered on a regular basis.

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Grading System

A - F (Traditional)

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Course Objectives

A. To develop and foster an articulate, expressive, and dynamic voice B. To meet the vocal demands of "period" acting C. To develop a standard American stage speech D. To acquire knowledge and practice in IPA E. To broaden the range and depth of breath support

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Topical Outline

A. Scansion B. Antithesis and operative words C. Structure of Shakespearean text D. Articulation and IPA E. Restoration language F. Vocal expressiveness G. Monologues H. Readings in Skinner text I. Figurative language

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