Commemorative Speeches - Public Speaking
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Tribute Speech
What are Tribute Speeches
Tribute Speech: a speech that pays tribute to a
person, a group of people, an institution, or an
idea
It will show your respect,
admiration, or thanks
to a person
Where Do You Find Them?
Funerals
Weddings
Dedications
Fourth of July celebrations
Memorial Services
Anniversaries
Reunions
Award Ceremonies
Retirements
What’s Included in a Tribute Speech?
Admiration and Respect
A focus on positive qualities:
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For example: perseverance, dedication, humility,
compassion, honesty, trustworthiness, loyalty,
sacrifice, service, kindness, humor ...
Highlighting
accomplishments
and the difficulties
overcome to achieve
them
What’s Included in a Tribute Speech?
A reflection on the positive impact and
contribution of the person on the lives
of others
Grateful acknowledgment of what we
can learn from their example
to take into the future
Who Can I Pick?
Musicians/Bands
Professional
Athletes
Historical Figures/
Leaders
Artists/Writers/
Entertainers
Innovators/Inventors
Purpose
The purpose is not to inform your listeners, but to inspire
them
Heighten their appreciation or admiration
for the person you are praising
Don’t just tell the details of the person’s life
Get to the heart of your subject
and create a deep sense of
respect in your audience
Emotion
You want to express feelings and stir up an
emotional response
Importance of Language
It’s important to your thoughts and emotions
into words which are appropriate for the
occasion
Don’t use clichés
Use original language to give your speech
dignity, meaning, and honest emotion
Eliminate Clutter
Keep your language lively
Don’t use several words where one or two
will do
Do not use repetitive adjectives
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Example: She is smart and intelligent
Imagery
Imagery: the use of vivid language to create
mental images of objects, actions, or ideas
Create word pictures that let you “see” the
haunted house or “hear” the birds chirping or
“taste” the hot chocolate
Vivid images pull listeners into the speech
Outlining Your
Tribute Speech
Tribute Speech
Introduction
Attention Grabber: Begin your
tribute speech with a statement
that grabs the audience’s attention
This could be a quote from a
famous author, or a bold statement
that expresses what the person
you’re writing the speech about
means to you
Credibility
Your credibility will be how you know of
and how long you’ve known about this
person and what they mean to you
Preview
Tell the audience who and what your speech
is about
–
For example: “Today I’m going to speak about
Taylor Swift…and how her music helped me to
become the person that I am today”
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This part is the backbone of your speech. All parts
of your speech should be centered on this main
idea
Background Information
Write down the major facts
–
Is the subject well known or famous?
Because of what?
What are credible examples of the major accomplishments?
Can you mention some valuable community activities,
contributions in professional life that are or were important for
the honoree.
Can you refer to any professional accomplishments?
His or her personal values?
Relationship
What are the unique and great qualities of the subject and what do
they mean to you
Tell a story or refer to an incident that gives more insight in the
personality and character of the person
Examples of their virtues
–
Example: tribute speech topics about courage, compassion, kindness,
great defender of family values.
How did the subject cope with it difficult situations? Give an example
that everyone can recognize
Impact
What has been learned as a result of their
influence?
In what ways do they or have they inspired
you?
What will you and others value and carry
forward?
Conclusion
Wrap up your speech with a conclusion that
ties everything together and
relates directly to your main
idea
Summarize why you do truly
respect the honoree
Your conclusion should be concise and clear,
leaving your audience with a sense of
completeness regarding your speech