The Effects of the International Phonetic Alphabet in Singing
Access Type
Open Access
Entry Number
101
Start Date
4-5-2017 10:15 AM
End Date
4-5-2017 10:30 AM
Department
English
Abstract
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is a true phonetic alphabet in which one symbol stands for one sound. The IPA was devised by the International Phonetic Association as a representation of all the sounds of all spoken languages. It is used by many professionals in the modern-day world, including foreign language teachers and students, linguists, speech language pathologists, translators, and even singers. In professional singing, the IPA is important for performers to learn foreign languages, to correctly utilize diction in a piece of music, and to improve tone quality and tuning in both individual and group vocal performances. All of these steps lead to improved pronunciation and clarity in vocal performances. The IPA has proven beneficial for vocal preparation and performance of music since its adoption in the nineteenth century.
Faculty Mentor(s)
Layne, Leslie
The Effects of the International Phonetic Alphabet in Singing
The International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is a true phonetic alphabet in which one symbol stands for one sound. The IPA was devised by the International Phonetic Association as a representation of all the sounds of all spoken languages. It is used by many professionals in the modern-day world, including foreign language teachers and students, linguists, speech language pathologists, translators, and even singers. In professional singing, the IPA is important for performers to learn foreign languages, to correctly utilize diction in a piece of music, and to improve tone quality and tuning in both individual and group vocal performances. All of these steps lead to improved pronunciation and clarity in vocal performances. The IPA has proven beneficial for vocal preparation and performance of music since its adoption in the nineteenth century.