MUSA 150 Class Voice I

Previously MUSC 191. Open to all interested students. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have a basic understanding of the vocal function in singing. Equally important is the development of poise and self-confidence as a performer as well as overcoming symptoms of performance anxiety. The main activity of this course is the development of the singing voice through exercise and song. The skills acquired in the class will serve as a foundation for more in-depth vocal study on the private level.

Credits

2

Hours Weekly

2 hours weekly plus additional independent practice time

Course Objectives

1. Demonstrate proper posture, breath control, and support.
2. Demonstrate correct use of the mouth, tongue, and jaw.
3. Discuss the role of vocal registers and tonal resonance in vocal performance.
4. Describe how to care for the throat to preserve vocal life.
5. Give a vocal performance to the class which shows the following: poise, self-confidence, thoughtful interpretation of the text, and application of correct vocal technique.
6. Sing vocal exercises in such a way that the head voice is developed and the vocal registers are put into proper balance.

Course Objectives

1. Demonstrate proper posture, breath control, and support.
2. Demonstrate correct use of the mouth, tongue, and jaw.
3. Discuss the role of vocal registers and tonal resonance in vocal performance.
4. Describe how to care for the throat to preserve vocal life.
5. Give a vocal performance to the class which shows the following: poise, self-confidence, thoughtful interpretation of the text, and application of correct vocal technique.
6. Sing vocal exercises in such a way that the head voice is developed and the vocal registers are put into proper balance.