Scotspeak: A Guide to the Pronunciation of Modern Urban Scots

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This is an articulatory reference guide for actors and anyone fascinated by the modern Scots language. This book focuses on the particular dialects and accents of Aberdeen, Glasgow, Dundee and Edinburgh. With particular attention to the pronunciation and sounds of modern urban Scots, this guide is ideal for those studying it for theatrical purposes who want to honour unique regional accents or simply those studying language and linguistics.

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Title	Scotspeak: A Guide to the Pronunciation of Modern Urban Scots
Author	Christine Robinson, Carol Ann Crawford
Binding	Paperback
ISBN-13	9781906307301
No. of Pages	96
Series	N/A
Edition	N/A
Author Bio	Christine Robinson MA PhD has taught Scots at the University of Edinburgh for many years. She lectures on Scots for the University of the Highlands and Islands Millennium Institute and is Director of Scottish Language Dictionaries (SLD). She has first hand knowledge of a range of Scots dialects and has carried out a number of dialect research projects. She is a committee member of the Scots Language Society, Chair of the Association for Scottish Literary Studies and Language Committee. Carol Ann Crawford has worked as a Voice & Dialect Coach since training at The Central School of Speech & Drama. She was recently awarded a B.Sc. in Speech Therapy. Her work includes Kidnapped for BBC TV and a forthcoming feature film, which was shot in New Zealand. She works regularly in theatre as both an actor and dialect coach.
Back Cover Copy	This invaluable addition to the study of urban Scots dialects opens up the field of linguistics to the general reader. Combining the expertise of linguist Christine Robinson and voice coach Carol Ann Crawford, this comprehensive and accessible guide to pronouncing urban Scots will dispel any narrow preconceptions of what Scots is. Starting with a general overview, the authors then explore the specific sounds of Scots, looking at pronunciation in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee. These cities are connected by Scots but all have distinct linguistic traits. With particuar attention to the pronunciation and sounds of modern urban Scots, and with accompanying downloadable recordings of native speakers, this guide is ideal for those studying for theatrical purposes who want to honour unique regional accents, for those studying language and linguistics, and for anyone interested in learning more about the way Scots is spoken today.
Reviews	'This is a gem of a book: an authentic, accessible guide for actors who need to perfect a Scots accent. I have used it myself and recommend it highly.' - JEANNETTE NELSON, Head of Voice, National Theatre 'A braw buik... one I can recommend to anyone interested in reading, writing or speaking Scots, however defined.' - MICHAEL HANCE, Director, Scots Language Centre
Table of Contents	N/A
BISAC Subject	LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Linguistics / General
BIC Subject	Speaking / pronunciation skills

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