​Vocal Anatomy & Speech Skills

• Warm up your voice and articulators for a speech game.
• Read the Article on Speech Speed ​

The Voice as an Instrument G-Slide

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• Examine our vocal anatomy
• Examine Tone, Pitch, Rate and Volume
• Practice using vocal skills with an articulation game 
• Utilize your voice anatomy to replicate accents, vary vocal rate and breathing while speaking

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​​​​How do we describe Tone - Pitch - Rate and Volume as vocal qualities?

• What are the essential parts of your vocal anatomy?​
• Practice using vocal skills with an articulation game
• Utilize your voice anatomy to replicate accents, vary vocal rate and breathing while speaking

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​RESOURCES

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• Install TellyPrompt for Chromebook and more.

• 5  Guys in a Limo
• Word-Speed App​​

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Otter.ai is a transcription app that allows you to get a printed script from a recording. ​

For Extra Exploration:

• Psychology Today Article 
• Ramsey Speaking School Tips
• 6 Ted Talk Videos to help you develop your voice

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5 Important Aspects to an Effective Speaking Voice

Tone - Tempo - Volume - Pitch - Articulation

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Tone - The timber or resonance of a sound.

Tempo - The rate of speed for sound. 

Volume - The loudness or softness of a sound

Pitch - The high or low of a sound. (Fast vs slower vibrations)

Articulation - The sharp and precise pronunciation of sounds. 

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