ELIZABETH BEAVERS
English Diction Guest Clinician
Interactive Workshop with the National Chorus of Korea Youth Education Academy
As a guest clinician, I led an interactive workshop on English diction for choral singers, emphasizing authentic and natural pronunciation in English repertoire. Through guided exercises, phonetic practice, and applied singing, participants explored how precise articulation and vowel/consonant choices enhance clarity, musical expression, and effective communication of text.
Workshop Focus
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Articulation techniques for clear English text in choral singing
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Common pronunciation challenges for native Korean speakers
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Vowel modification and resonance strategies for legato singing
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Stylistic approaches for classical American English, British English, and gospel repertoire
Warm Up
Resource Spotlight:
노래를 위한 영어 발음
(English Diction for Singing)
I created a custom handout designed specifically for Korean choirs approaching English texts. The preview here shows the first page; the full guide includes additional phonetic charts, example words, and repertoire-based applications tailored for singers.
For educational inquiries or collaborations, please contact me directly.
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Impact
Participants developed a deeper awareness of English diction’s role in expressive performance. By the end of the workshop, their pronunciation was noticeably clearer, and they sang with greater confidence and authenticity. I am grateful to the singers and their director, Hyun Seop Lee, for welcoming me and engaging so enthusiastically in the workshop.
