Offered spring odd-numbered years. Applies IPA to French and German Diction and addresses other guidelines that apply to the lyric pronunciation of these languages. Students will transcribe, translate, recite, and sing German and French texts. This is a required course for BM vocal performance majors; MUS 281 is the prerequisite course. Students who would like to be considered for mid-year registration in this diction series may do so only with the consent of the instructor.