Course code ÜAK720
Name of the course German Pronounciation Course
Languages of instruction English
Specification For Vocal specialty
Teaching staff Mari Tarvas
Responsible staff member Mari Tarvas

Grading or pass/fail examinations pass/fail
Semester autumn
Total ECTS 2 ECTS
Total amount 30.0 academic hours

Course aims

Teach German pronunciation rules and transcription of speech sounds for practical use in learning and performing songs in German.


Learning outcomes

After attending the course, the student
- can recognize short and long vowels
- knows how to form the speech sounds in German and is able to form them
- knows the transcription symbols
- can use pronunciation dictionaries
- can apply the acquired knowledge to singing