Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. The Object of this work is to supply the schools Of the Pro vince with a course Of systematic training in the culture Of the speaking voice, and instruction in correct and expressive read ing. The first sections of the book embrace all exercises that tend to develope and improve the vocal organization, and to improve the ear. The voice and the ear are the important agents in the music of speech and as the voice Of youth is flexible, and in the best condition for direction and culture, and the ear is quick to appreciate all the variations Of tone which give ex pression to speech, a system Of culture founded upon scientific principles cannot fail to be beneficial, and to give to our system Of teaching to read some Of the qualities of a true art.

The Object of this work is to supply the schools Of the Pro vince with a course Of systematic training in the culture Of the speaking voice, and instruction in correct and expressive read ing. The first sections of the book embrace all exercises that tend to develope and improve the vocal organization, and to improve the ear. The voice and the ear are the important agents in the music of speech and as the voice Of youth is flexible, and in the best condition for direction and culture, and the ear is quick to appreciate all the variations Of tone which give ex pression to speech, a system Of culture founded upon scientific principles cannot fail to be beneficial, and to give to our system Of teaching to read some Of the qualities of a true art.