MUS 224 - Ensemble Singing II

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

MUSIC

Description:

Continuation of MUS 223, with further development of skills necessary for ensemble singing through sight-singing, score analysis and vocal techniques. The course will focus on contemporary musical theatre repertoire. Prerequisites: MUS 223. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Further develop sight-singing proficiency through aural and written skills, rhythmic practices, and applied demonstration. (2) Demonstrate increasing knowledge of score analysis as it pertains to musical theatre: musical form, melodic structure, harmonic motion, textural considerations, and music-text relationships. (3) Continue understanding and applying vocal style techniques within an ensemble setting. (4) Demonstrate high proficiency as a part-singer. (5) Understand compositional practices of post-1970's musical theatre composers.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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