Speech choirs are a powerful way to engage students in choral music. They can help students develop their vocal skills, teamwork, and communication skills. Speech choirs can also be used to teach students about poetry, drama, and history.
To create a speech choir, you will need:
* A group of students who are interested in performing
* A poem, drama, or other text that you would like to perform
* A conductor to lead the choir
* A rehearsal schedule
Once you have gathered your materials, you can begin the process of creating a speech choir:
1. Select a piece of text. The text you select should be appropriate for the age and level of your students. It should also be interesting and engaging.
2. Divide the text into parts. The parts should be of equal length and should each contain a main idea.
3. Assign the parts to your students. Make sure that each student is assigned a part that is appropriate for their vocal range and abilities.
4. Rehearse the speech choir. The conductor will lead the choir in rehearsing the text. The choir will practice reading the text in a clear and expressive voice. They will also practice singing the text in a unified and rhythmic manner.
5. Perform the speech choir. Once the choir is ready, they can perform the speech choir for an audience. The choir can perform the speech choir in a variety of settings, such as a classroom, an assembly, or a concert.
Speech choirs are a great way to engage students in choral music. They can help students develop their vocal skills, teamwork, and communication skills. Speech choirs can also be used to teach students about poetry, drama, and history.