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Presentation
Presentation
The subject Voice and Singing I initiates practical work that is structurally necessary in the training of actors/performers in Dramatic Arts. An efficient and versatile vocal expression is an essential component for this type of performer, and Voice and Singing I encompass the practical development of various abilities and skills related to spoken and sung voice, as well as theoretical knowledge and understanding of topics related to an efficient and versatile approach to vocal use in various contexts. In addition to raising awareness of one's own vocal sound and recognizing one's voice type among the six existing types, technical work is carried out on the eight characteristics of the voice. Furthermore, a comprehensive approach to vocal technique (posture, breathing, vibration, projection, intonation, articulation, diction, among others) is initiated, with application to both spoken and singing voice.
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Class from course
Class from course
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Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Degree | Semesters | ECTS
Bachelor | Semestral | 5
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Year | Nature | Language
Year | Nature | Language
1 | Mandatory | Português
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Code
Code
ULP1977-15440
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Prerequisites and corequisites
Prerequisites and corequisites
Not applicable
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Professional Internship
Professional Internship
Não
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Syllabus
Syllabus
1 Vocal Self-Awareness 1.1 Vocal exploration and self-awareness. 1.2 Interpretative and musical possibilities of vocal sound. 1.3 Vocal plasticity and technical control. 2 Vocal Characteristics 2.1 The eight characteristics of vocal sound. 2.2 Variations and control of characteristics. 2.3 The interdependence of intensity, pitch, and rhythm. 3 Classification of Female and Male Voices 3.1 Identifying the six female and male voices. 3.2 Range and tessitura. 3.3 Vocal classification of each student. 4 Vocal Technique 4.1 Relaxation and posture. 4.2 Breathing. 4.3 Vocal warm-up and training.
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Objectives
Objectives
Explore and recognize the sound of one's own voice and its interpretative and musical possibilities. Recognize the plasticity and capacity for technical modification of the voice for expressive and multifaceted vocalizations. Identify the 8 characteristics of vocal sound: intensity, pitch, rhythm, duration, accentuation, intonation, timbre, and mood; perform conscious and controlled variations of these characteristics. Understand and identify the correlation between intensity, pitch, and rhythm. Identify and distinguish the vocal ranges of Soprano, Mezzo-Soprano, Contralto, Tenor, Baritone, and Bass. Recognize one's own vocal classification, distinguishing range and tessitura. Develop body awareness and posture to unlock healthy and free vocal and respiratory practices. Recognize the importance of breath as an activating source for the voice. Identify and perform the 3 levels of breathing: lower, middle, and upper. Execute techniques for vocal relaxation and physical warm-up.
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Teaching methodologies and assessment
Teaching methodologies and assessment
Expository and interrogative methods: theoretical exposition of the topics, presenting premises for practical approaches to voice usage; discussion of the topics, based on prompting students to question their vocal experience both in and outside the classroom. Demonstrative method: during the execution of spoken and sung vocal exercises, the teacher will demonstrate the most efficient way to achieve the desired vocal performance. Active method: guided execution of vocal technical development and warm-up exercises, as well as vocal interpretation of texts and songs. ASSESSMENT: Participation 70% + Final Presentation 30%. Attendance to 75% of the class time is mandatory for passing the subject. In case of an exam, it will consist of a written test and a practical exam consisting of two songs and a monologue (chosen by the teacher).
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References
References
ALEXANDER, F. Matthias, O Uso de Si Mesmo, Martins Fontes, São Paulo, 1985 CASTARÈDE, Marie-France, A Voz e os Seus Sortilégios, Editorial Caminho, Lisboa, 1991 DAYME, Meribeth Bunch, The Performer’s Voice, W. W. Norton and Company, New York, 2005 DAYME, Meribeth Bunch, Dynamics of the Singing Voice, Springer Wien New York, Áustria, 2009 HARRISON, Peter T., The Human Nature of the Singing Voice, Dunedin Academic Press, Edimburgo, 2006 KAIN, Roger, The Complete Vocal Workout, SMT – Sanctuary Publishing Limited, London, 2003 KAYES, Gillyane, Singing and the Actor, Methuen Drama, Londres, 2004 LINKLATER, Kristin, Freeing the Natural Voice, Drama Publishers – Quite Specific Media Group Ltd., New York and Hollywood, 1976 LOVE, Roger; FRAZIER, Donna, Set Your Voice Free, Little, Brown and Company, New York, 1999 QUINTEIRO, E. Acuña, Estética da Voz – Uma Voz para o Actor, Summus Editorial, São Paulo, 1989
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Office Hours
Office Hours
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Mobility
Mobility
No
