MUVO 115 - Contemporary Voice

2 hours
Private voice instruction focusing on contemporary commercial music styles, with primary focus on Broadway techniques. Elements of voice culture; correct breath management; throat freedom; stage deportment, and sight-singing. Repertoire includes selections from Broadway and cross-over shows, and other literature as appropriate. Specific attention will be given to the healthy, functional differences between classical, “legit,” and “belting” techniques. Students will meet with the assigned professor for one 30-minute individual lesson, and a one-hour studio class each week. A performance exam is required at the end of each semester of study. Placement by voice faculty. UG