Special Occasion Speeches: Types and Examples
Special occasion speeches are short speeches given during important events to address specific audiences. They can be humorous or emotional, aiming to inform or persuade the listeners. This article explores the types of special occasion speeches, including eulogies, inspirational speeches, acceptance speeches, and tribute speeches, with examples from well-known personalities like Jay Leno, Tina Fey, and Barack Obama.
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SPECIAL SPECIAL OCCASION OCCASION SPEECH SPEECH Public Speaking
WHAT IS A SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECH? As the name implies, these are speeches that are given on special occasions. DUH Speeches that are shorter, commonly less than ten minutes They are commonly addressed to a particular audience Depending on the context, they can be funny or sad. May include information about a subject May try to persuade the audience to feel a certain way
TYPES OF SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECHES EULOGY INSPIRATIONAL GOODWILL ACCEPTANCE TRIBUTE COMMEMORATION INTRODUCTION NOMINATION ENTERTAINMENT GRADUATION FAREWELL DEDICATION
FAREWELL SPEECH Bidding farewell to someone, commenting on the situation under which they are leaving JAY LENO says goodbye to the Tonight Show http://uproxx.com/tv/20 14/02/jay-leno-final- tonight-show-goodbye- video/ Given by the retiree, and those who are remaining behind
INSPIRATIONAL SPEECH Achieving Your Childhood Dreams http://youtu.be/ncoSRKoU6 GQ The PEP Talk speech Emotional appeals are appropriate used however the audience agrees with you already. You are "preaching to the converted," or the congregation.
EULOGY/MEMORIAL SPEECH To pay honor or tribute to the deceased. Eulogies: a person soon after their death at a funeral service Memorials: for large groups and are often held well after an individual s death. Edward Kennedy Funeral Mass http://youtu.be/CEee_rAdHfU Tom Hanks cracks up memorial service http://youtu.be/DsQhB4tJRx w
ACCEPTANCE SPEECH Tina Fey's Mark Twain Prize Acceptance Speech http://youtu.be/VZlgJyLEB_g Acknowledging an award, prize, honor or gift with gratitude while thanking those who made it possible that you achieve this honor. Oscars 2014-Jared Leto http://youtu.be/VCtch3DzLRs Oscars 1994 Tom Hanks http://youtu.be/Vd420MYpGek Barack Obama Acceptance Speech http://youtu.be/3K8GWCl7P7U
TRIBUTE SPEECH To convey admiration & respect for a particular person or group Your objective is to ensure that by the end of the speech that the audience believes the subject is praiseworthy Larry David's Steve Martin Tribute Speech http://youtu.be/Gjl80E1S SmM Best Man Speech http://youtu.be/Xfq72mln 7gM
GRADUATION SPEECH Dr. Seuss - Best Valedictorian Speech http://youtu.be/vQUbmLWj 20M Remembering the past, reflecting at the moment and looking towards the future Motivate your fellow students and teachers and professors to look to the future. You Are Not Special Commencement Speech http://youtu.be/_lfxYhtf8o4
DEDICATION Given for the person or people who were instrumental in the construction, fundraising, or placement of buildings, objects, monuments, artworks, ships and places (parks, etc.). Disney Land Dedication http://youtu.be/6W8iiugY3C0 Bill Clinton-Flight 93 Nat Memorial Dedication http://youtu.be/ALOXy4m6Fo Q
COMMEMORATIVE SPEECH Keep it focused on the person or thing being commemorated. During the American Civil War, this commemoration speech was givin in honor of the victums, of one of the bloodiest battles. Why should the current or future audiences remember this? If the ceremony draws on the work of a creative artist, then mention them being involved. President Lincoln s Gettyburg address https://youtu.be/a4Bojjx _Dew Keep it short & to the pt.
