DocumentCode
1521947
Title
Cadence: The key to effective speech writing
Author
Boston, B.O.
Author_Institution
Wordsmith Inc., Reston, VA, USA
Issue
4
fYear
1987
Firstpage
227
Lastpage
228
Abstract
The author emphasizes the speechwriter´s need to consider how words will sound when spoken. He stresses the idea that cadence is critical to speeches because from it arises audience involvement, force, harmony, and dignity. Suggestions are given on the uses of rhythm in speaking.
Keywords
technical presentation; audience involvement; cadence; dignity; effective speech writing; force; harmony; rhythm; speeches; Art; Ear; Editorials; Remuneration; Speech; Writing;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Professional Communication, IEEE Transactions on
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0361-1434
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/TPC.1987.6449090
Filename
6449090
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