Lyric Diction 2b: French and Other Sung Languages

1.5 credits · Undergraduate

In this class, students will learn the symbols and sounds of the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) that can be used as the foundation to lyric diction for all languages; however, this course will focus on the specific sounds, rules, and diction nuances of French, Russian, Czech, and other languages. After learning the basic diction skills for each of the aforementioned languages, students will then apply this foundation to their classical vocal repertoire to improve diction, clarity, and communication skills. PREREQUISITES: MUSC 2178.015 FORMATS: Lecture