MUSC 181 - Beginning Class Voice

2 Credits

Beginning class instruction in vocal techniques and voice production. Students sing individually for grades. Song repertoire selected from song anthology text and personal choice.

Course Note Previously MUSIC 181.
FeesVoice Accompanist Fee

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day
Winter Day
Spring Day

Designed to Serve For students with no solo background who desire to improve voices and learn solo techniques.
Active Date 20240322T08:22:01

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 20
Shared Learning Environment Yes
Contact Hours: Lecture 11 Lab 22
Total Contact Hours 33
Degree Distributions:
AA

Humanities Area II
Performance

Course Outline
Students learn systematic vocal technique, vocal health and vocalizes related to vocal issues. Students sing songs in groups, followed by individual solo assignments. At least three memorized solos are presented in class with correct deportment, technique and style. The class, as audience, supports with comments and encouragement, both oral and written evaluation. Grades are based on achievement in solo work, as well as accuracy of commentary and participation.

Student Learning Outcomes
Identify the basic components of the vocal mechanism and vocal sound

Summarize basic information about the repertoire performed in the class, such as style, form, and history

Perform a solo song from memory with accurate rhythm, pitch, and lyrics