Course Description
Vocal technique studies focusing specifically on technique related to musical theatre vocal production. This is the seventh in an eight semester sequence. A variety of cuts and/or full songs chosen by student with approval by instructor will be worked and perfected in order to expand students' repertoire and technique. Prerequisite: THR 319; Audition Required; Open only to those in the BFA Drama with Musical Theatre Concentration.
Syllabus
Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:
Students successfully completing this course will be able to:
- Assess and self correct general vocal challenges in a song or cut. Preparing for professional auditions.
- Semester 7 - Repertoire will be a variety of Cuts and/or Full Songs chosen by student with approval of instructor. Further development of the audition book and materials.
- This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate, and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.
Course Grading Information:
| Activity/Performance Measure | Percentage/Points |
|---|---|
| Lesson grades | 70% |
| Final Exam/Jury | 15% |
| Professional Behavior | 15% |
Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 93–100% | A |
| 90–92% | A- |
| 87–89% | B+ |
| 83–86% | B |
| 80–82% | B- |
| 77–79% | C+ |
| 73–76% | C |
| 70–72% | C- |
| 67–69% | D+ |
| 63–66% | D |
| 60–62% | D- |
| Below 60% | F |
Attendance/Participation:
Required – this is a performance-based class, which requires attendance and participation to complete the necessary tasks to achieve outcomes.
Course Materials Purchased by the Students:
Students are responsible for purchasing all materials associated with the course.
Scholarly Perspectives
This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.