Class Voice and Singing IV

The Voice and Singing IV subject complements the practical work already developed in the Voice and Singing I, II, and III subjects, structural in the training of a performer in Dramatic Arts. An efficient and versatile vocal expression is essential for this performer, and Voice and Singing IV encompasses the practical development of various capacities and competencies of spoken and sung voice, as well as knowledge and understanding of topics related to the efficient and versatile approach to vocal use in various contexts. In addition to the development of general vocal technique (breathing, vibration, placement, ear training, intonation and rhythm, articulation and diction), the spoken voice component addresses the integration of Voice in Performance, vocal action and reaction, and text memorization; the sung voice component addresses the integration of Singing in Performance and the various registers and styles.

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1 Vocal Technique 1.1 Breathing, vibration and placement. 1.2 Ear training. 1.3 Intonation and rhythm. 1.4 Articulation and diction. 1.5 Vocal warm-up and training. 2 Performance - Spoken Voice 2.1 Integration of Voice in Performance. 2.2 Vocal action and reaction. 2.4 Text memorization techniques. 3 Performance - Singing Voice 3.1 Registers and Styles. 3.2 Integration of Singing in Performance. 3.3 Solo Singing and Choral Singing.

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 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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