| Butler Community College |
Mack/Garber
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| Humanities/Fine Arts Division |
Fall 1997
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Course Outline
APPLIED VOICE III
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
MU120. Applied Voice III. 2 hour credit. Prerequisite: MU 119. A continuation of MU119.
MU120. Applied Voice III. 2 hour credit. Prerequisite: MU 119. A continuation of MU119.
TEXTBOOKS:
The instructor will choose from the following texts:
The instructor will choose from the following texts:
First Book of Tenor W/Tape, Schirmer.
First Book of Baritone W/Tape, Schirmer.
First Book of Soprano Solos W/Tape, Schirmer.
First Book of Mezzo Soprano Solos W/Tape, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs/Arias Med. Low Item #50261150, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs/Arias Med. High Item #50261140, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs Medium Low Tape Item #50480067, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs Medium High Tape Item #50480066, Schirmer.
First Book of Baritone W/Tape, Schirmer.
First Book of Soprano Solos W/Tape, Schirmer.
First Book of Mezzo Soprano Solos W/Tape, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs/Arias Med. Low Item #50261150, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs/Arias Med. High Item #50261140, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs Medium Low Tape Item #50480067, Schirmer.
Twenty-four Italian Songs Medium High Tape Item #50480066, Schirmer.
Other Repertoire selected by the instructor
The student is financially responsible
for their own music and will lose points if they do not have their music
and a pencil with them during their lesson time. Cassette tapes are also
required for vocalizes and accompaniment parts.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
The Student will become familiar with proper singing techniques appropriate to a variety of musical styles. They will gain firsthand knowledge of vocal literature and basic musicianship. The student will experience self-discipline in training the voice and in monitory their own practice.
The Student will become familiar with proper singing techniques appropriate to a variety of musical styles. They will gain firsthand knowledge of vocal literature and basic musicianship. The student will experience self-discipline in training the voice and in monitory their own practice.
Performing is encouraged and required.
Students may however assist in choosing the literature and the performance
site. Students will be graded by faculty members and then do self evaluation
off of a video tape and/or a cassette tape of their own performance.
TOPICAL OUTLINE OF UNITS:
The student will memorize five to ten vocalizes and practice proper breathing techniques. Each student will learn and memorize a minimum of four songs, one of those being a foreign language (Italian, German, or French). The student will perform on one recital as well as a jury at the end of each semester. One Concert Report is required during the course. A written report may be used for extra credit or in case of vocal problems. The instructor must agree this upon. 2 1/2-3 hours of practice per week is expected.
The student will memorize five to ten vocalizes and practice proper breathing techniques. Each student will learn and memorize a minimum of four songs, one of those being a foreign language (Italian, German, or French). The student will perform on one recital as well as a jury at the end of each semester. One Concert Report is required during the course. A written report may be used for extra credit or in case of vocal problems. The instructor must agree this upon. 2 1/2-3 hours of practice per week is expected.
Written Work:
- Compile a list of books in BCC library on singing, the voice, professional singers, accompanists, care of the voice, etc. (Include title, author, publication date, sentences on content, 12-15 entries).
- Report on two singers-one report on a classical singer. (Two paragraphs on their technique, training, career; a comparison)
- Weekly diary of lessons. (Index card on reading, techniques covered, problems in songs, physical problems, etc.)
- View filmstrip on voice. (Submit 2-3 paragraph summary.)
- Report on some facet of vocal music history. (3 paragraphs, 2 sources, approved topic.)
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION:
The following teaching/learning activities will assist students to achieve course objectives: analysis of repertoire, instructor led discussion, instructor example, master classes, tape or recording examples, video taped examples, handouts, listening, attending a vocal performance, and the final voice jury.
The following teaching/learning activities will assist students to achieve course objectives: analysis of repertoire, instructor led discussion, instructor example, master classes, tape or recording examples, video taped examples, handouts, listening, attending a vocal performance, and the final voice jury.
Telecourses: Independent study of audio/video
materials augmented by text and study guide; collaboration and participation
with class members and faculty via available means. Faculty role is facilitator
of learning experiences.
METHOD OF EVALUATION:
Students will receive a semester grade based on
Students will receive a semester grade based on
- Attendance and attitude 70%
- Master Class attendance/Concert 10%
- Final Jury (achieving goals) 20%
Total Grade 100%
Unexcused lessons may not be rescheduled.
Each private student will have between 12-14 lessons during the regular
semester; after 2 unexcused absences the student may be dropped from the
class. After 2 excused absences the student will be lowered a letter grade
and each absence after that will result in a lower letter grade.
GRADING SCALE:
A = 90 - 100% D = 60 - 69%
B = 80 - 89% F = 0 - 59%
C = 70 - 79% I = Failure to complete
A = 90 - 100% D = 60 - 69%
B = 80 - 89% F = 0 - 59%
C = 70 - 79% I = Failure to complete
LEVEL OF VOICE MEMORIZED SELECTIONS
REPERTOIRE
VOICE I (MU 118) 4 SONGS 2 Art; 1 Language; 1 their choice
VOICE II (MU 119) 4 SONGS 3 Art; 1 Language
VOICE III (MU 120) 5 SONGS 3 Art; 2 Language
VOICE IV (MU 121) 6 SONGS 4 Art; 2 Language
VOICE I (MU 118) 4 SONGS 2 Art; 1 Language; 1 their choice
VOICE II (MU 119) 4 SONGS 3 Art; 1 Language
VOICE III (MU 120) 5 SONGS 3 Art; 2 Language
VOICE IV (MU 121) 6 SONGS 4 Art; 2 Language
All students taking voice must present
their pieces in front of the voice faculty panel for their voice jury
(during final time). If they are selected to sing on the Honor's Recital
the instructor may give then options about performing a jury. Each voice
faculty person will decide this. Students must also be familiar with the
International Phonetic Alphabet by Voice II and be able to decipher when
needed.
Miscellaneous:
Students with impaired sensory, manual or speaking skills are encouraged and have the responsibility to contact their instructor, in a timely fashion, regarding reasonable accommodation needs.
Students with impaired sensory, manual or speaking skills are encouraged and have the responsibility to contact their instructor, in a timely fashion, regarding reasonable accommodation needs.
