MUSC 185 - Vocal Technique and Performance I

2 Credits

A preparatory class for stage, contest and concert work.

Pre-requisite(s) MUSC 183 with min. 2.0
Course Note Previously MUSIC 185.
FeesVoice Accompanist Fee

Quarters Typically Offered
Fall Day
Winter Day
Spring Day

Designed to Serve Advanced singers
Active Date 20240322T08:22:08

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 are introduced to challenging solo and ensemble singing in a variety of settings and based on master literature, including oratorio, scenes from Broadway, early opera and operetta, suitable for the young performer. Skills learned include: methods of memorization, role preparation through singing, actor exercises, and coaching with an accompanist. Each quarter’s grade depends upon participation, self-motivation and preparation, and presentation of materials in concert settings. Individual and class assignments with deadlines are outlined at the beginning of each quarter.

Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate handheld microphone technique for singing in Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) genres, including proximity, direction, form, and sound check

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

Perform 4-5 solo songs from memory with accurate rhythm, pitch, and lyrics