MUS 229 - Musical Theatre: Song And Dance Kcc Aa/ Da, Kcc As/ ah

Institution:

Kapiolani Community College

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2 hours lecture, 2 lecture/lab per week Prerequisite(s): Ability to sing in tune, exhibit basic dance technique, Audition or Consent of Instructor Recommended Preparation: MUS 121B, DNCE 131, or THEA 101. Comment: MUS 229 is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits. MUS 229 is a vocal and dance class which focuses on the musical theatre genre. Topics explored in this course include the history of musical theatre, the development and tradition of song and dance, standard musical theatre repertoire, and the necessary preparation for staging a musical production. Activities include song and character analysis as well as basic choreography used in this genre. Upon successful completion of MUS 229, the student should be able to: Discern and demonstrate range, intonation, and good tone production using proper vocal techniques in co-ordination with basic dance skills. Perform at a competent level of musicianship (sing correct pitches, rhythms, the ability to read general musical notation). Perform at a high degree of body awareness necessary for good vocal tone production and basic dance movements. Discuss and recognize basic knowledge in vocal, dramatic and dance interpretation used in musical theatre. Discuss and identify musical theatre repertoire from a historical perspective. 8 Recognize music, dance and drama as an interdisciplinary art form. Demonstrate organizational skills necessary for musical theatre (scheduling, time management). Participate with growing confidence in public performances.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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