Maricopa Community Colleges  MUP250AD   19956-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/23/95
MUP250AD 19956-99999 L+L 1 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
Survey of Diction for Singers (French)
Introduction to the use of phonetics in the study of French song literature. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
MUP250AD   19956-99999 Survey of Diction for Singers (French)
1. Explain the need for diction training in French, pronunciation ru similarities and differences with other languages. (I)
2. Identify, explain, and pronounce International Phonetic Alphabet. (II)
3. Explain rules for pronouncing French, transcribe words into Inter Phonetic Alphabet symbols, and pronounce words correctly. (III)
4. Perform songs in French. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
MUP250AD   19956-99999 Survey of Diction for Singers (French)
    I. Fundamentals of diction training in singing
        A. Enhancement of vocal technique
          1. Proper placement of vowels
          2. Communicable and expressive value
        B. Pronunciation rules
          1. Understanding standardized sounds of French
          2. Awareness of general differences and similarities with other lang
        C. Value of learning repertoire
      II. International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)
          A. History and purpose
          B. Distribution and explanation of IPA symbols
          C. Drill and practice
            1. Recognition of symbols
            2. Pronunciation of symbols
          D. Other systems
        III. Study of language idioms
            A. Introduction of rules
              1. Vowels
              2. Vowel blends and/or diphthongs
              3. Consonants
            B. Transcription of words into IPA symbols
              1. Word by word
              2. Line by line
            C. Presentation of exceptions, variations, and inconsistencies
            D. Spoken drill and practice
              1. Word by word
              2. Line by line
          IV. Study of songs in French
              A. Transcription of text into IPA symbols
              B. Spoken drill and practice
                1. Speech rhythm
                2. Rhythm of song
              C. Performance
                1. First performance of song
                2. Second performance of song
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