Syllabus - Speech Arts
- Competitors may enter one solo class in each section.
- All selections must be performed from memory, with the exception of Bible Reading and Poetry Reading.
- Competitors must provide the adjudicator with the original source material (book, etc.) from which memorized excerpts are taken. Photocopies are prohibited.
- To be eligible for an award, a competitor must have entered two Solo classes and obtained a minimum mark of 85 in at least one class.
- Competitors are encouraged to use the RCM 2011 RCM Speech Arts and Drama Syllabus as a resource for choosing age-appropriate material.
- Refer to General Rules 8 and 21.
Speeches
PREPARED SPEECHES:
- Competitors will write and memorize a speech from 3-5 minutes in length.
- Note cards are acceptable, but more consideration will be given to candidates who do not use cards.
- A typed copy of the speech must be provided to the adjudicator prior to the class.
IMPROMPTU SPEECHES:
- The adjudicator will assign the topic at the time of the competition.
- Competitors will have 5 minutes of preparation time, with all competitors in the class preparing at the same time.
- Each competitor is allowed 3 minutes for the delivery. The desk secretary will indicate to each competitor when the final 30 seconds for the delivery begins.
EXTEMPORANEOUS SPEECHES:
- Competitors will prepare a speech on a topic of their choosing.
- The delivery of the speech should sound extemporaneous, and not memorized.
- Cue cards are not permitted.
- A typed outline of the speech is to be submitted to the adjudicator prior to delivery.
| Class | Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Class:80400 - Prepared Speech - Open | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80410 - Impromptu Speech - Open | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80420 - Extemporaneous - Speech Open | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80430 - Prepared Speech - grade 9-12 | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80440 - Impromptu Speech - grade 9-12 | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80450 - Extemporaneous Speech - grade 9-12 | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80460 - Prepared Speech - grade 2-8 | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80470 - Impromptu Speech - grade 2-8 | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |
| Class:80480 - Extemporaneous Speech - grade 2-8 | Fee:$20.00 | Closed |