Monday, February 8, 2010

The Forgotten Art of Elocution!

The fine art of Elocution is vigorously studied here at Steffenen Manor! Cultivating a deep love for the spoken "Elizabethan English" is top priority. Rolling of "r's", speaking in crisp and rounded tones (refer to Singing in the Rain) are all part of the discipline here. You can almost hear the approve of Henry Higgins! I can't help but dream of the day my children could possibly talk with a thick London accent, and perhaps be mistaken for a Hungarian Princess!
Here are a few videos of our lessons:

You will notice Espen's inability to get serious.....refer to previous entry about Espen!

Here is one video out-take. I had to put it in as I love Sabrina's expression as Mia finishes for her!

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