> - If the diction courses are open to you, ask if they are sequential and/or > continuing courses. If there's no requirement regarding sequence or > prerequisites ask if the voice faculty have a preferred order of courses > based on their needs in the studio. That failing, introduce yourself to the > diction teacher and ask his or her advice.
Thanks Cynthia, for your advice. I have already done most of what you recommended. I know many people in the department and have made the inquiries about taking classes as a non-major. These two classes are what I have to choose from right now. I have taken lessons from the diction teacher who teaches both of these classes, so she knows what I can handle. She has advised me that either would be fine for me and does not recommended one over the other. She says the trade off is intense one-on-one singing and feedback in English diction versus IPA in French diction, plus the fun of singing in a new language since I haven't attempted singing in french. On paper English is Diction II and French is Diction IV, but in reality, one can take either without prerequisites. I have a minor in French Language so it would not be over my head even though it is considered "more difficult" by its designation as fourth in the series. I already have graduated (with non-music degrees) so courses required for my major is a mute issue. I'm taking courses as a "returning adult"(ack!) who isn't pursuing a degree.
Does that change any of what you would advise me?
Thanks again, Sandra
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