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Musical Theatre - Module I - Lesson 06

The document discusses techniques for improving diction when singing, including enunciating clearly, using correct vowel sounds, singing with a metronome, recording yourself, getting feedback, singing tongue twisters, scales, difficult songs, and in foreign languages. It also briefly covers musicality and different singing styles.

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Musical Theatre - Module I - Lesson 06

The document discusses techniques for improving diction when singing, including enunciating clearly, using correct vowel sounds, singing with a metronome, recording yourself, getting feedback, singing tongue twisters, scales, difficult songs, and in foreign languages. It also briefly covers musicality and different singing styles.

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MUSICAL THEATRE

MODULE 01 - LESSON 06

KAUSHALYA DIDDENIYA
DICTION
FOR SINGING
Diction is the clarity of
pronunciation in singing. It is
important for singers to have good
diction so that the audience can
understand the lyrics of the song.
There are a number of techniques
that singers can use to improve
their diction.
IMPROVING DICTION
FOR SINGING

Here are some techniques to improve diction


in singing.
Enunciating clearly: This
means pronouncing each Using the correct vowel
word clearly and sounds: This means
distinctly. Singers should pronouncing each vowel
pay attention to the sound correctly. Singers
placement of their tongue should practice singing
and lips when they are vowel sounds in isolation
singing. and then in words and
phrases.
Recording yourself
Singing with a
singing: This can help you
metronome: This can help
to hear how your diction
singers to sing at a
sounds to others. Pay
steady pace and to avoid
attention to any words
rushing or dragging the
that you are not
words.
pronouncing clearly and
practice singing them
correctly.
Singing tongue twisters:
Getting feedback from a
Tongue twisters are a
vocal coach: A vocal
great way to practice
coach can help you to
enunciating clearly.
identify and correct any
Some examples of tongue
weaknesses in your
twisters for singers
diction.
include:
Peter Piper picked a
peck of pickled peppers
She sells seashells by
the seashore
Singing scales: Singing
scales is a great way to Singing songs with
practice using the difficult lyrics: There
correct vowel sounds. are many songs that have
Start by singing scales difficult lyrics, such as
in a comfortable range "Bohemian Rhapsody" by
and gradually increase Queen and "Hallelujah" by
your range as you become Leonard Cohen. Singing
more comfortable. these songs can help you
to improve your diction.
Singing in a foreign
language: Singing in a
foreign language can
help you to improve your
diction in your native
language. This is
because you will be
forced to pay attention
to the pronunciation of
each word.
MUSICALITY
Musicality is the ability to sing with rhythm,
phrasing, and expression. It is an important
part of singing for musical theatre, as it
allows singers to bring the songs to life and
connect with the audience. There are many
different ways to improve musicality, such as
listening to music, singing along with
recordings, and taking music lessons.
SINGING
STYLES
Singing styles are the different ways that
singers can interpret a song. There are many
different singing styles, such as classical,
jazz, pop, and rock. Each style has its own
unique characteristics, and singers need to be
able to adapt their vocal technique to the
style of the song they are singing.
Quote
"The greatest thing you'll
ever learn is just to love and
be loved in return."

This quote is from the musical The Lion King. It is sung by Simba, who learns
the importance of love and acceptance. This quote is a reminder that love is
the most powerful force in the world.
THANK YOU

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