MUSC 170: Classical Performance Techniques Tour (Vocal)
Citrus College Course Outline of Record
| Heading | Value |
|---|---|
| Effective Term: | Spring 2024 |
| Credits: | 4 |
| Total Contact Hours: | 108 |
| Lecture Hours : | 54 |
| Lab Hours: | 0 |
| Hours Arranged: | 54 |
| Outside of Class Hours: | 108 |
| Total Student Learning Hours: | 216 |
| Prerequisite: | Audition. |
| Strongly Recommended: | ENGL 101. |
| Transferable to CSU: | Yes |
| Transferable to UC: | Yes - Approved |
| Grading Method: | Standard Letter |
Catalog Course Description
An advanced course for the vocal performance major. Advanced classical vocal techniques in a professional quality performance/tour ensemble setting. 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours arranged.
Course Objectives
- demonstrate improved and refined vocal technique as applied to classical literature.
- explain the procedures of successful concert touring.
- demonstrate the ability to memorize, organize and refine concert material.
- successfully interact with a group in a performance situation.
- successfully adapt to a variety of performance environments.
Major Course Content
- Overview of Choral Literature
- Tour Development and Preparation
- Analyze Classical Performance Practices
- Study Various Choral Styles
- Preparation for Essay Assignment
- Selection of Repertoire for Public Performance
- Evaluation of Performance
Hours Arranged Content
Sight-reading activities
Vocal Sectionals
Choral rehearsals focusing on blend, balance, dynamics and interpretation
Quartet vocal testing
Concert rehearsals
Experiencing history and culture of other countries while on tour
Dress rehearsals at concert venues
Public performances
Suggested Reading Other Than Required Textbook
Listening to professional recordings of concert literature.
Examples of Required Writing Assignments
Research paper regarding concert literature, composers, etc.
Research paper regarding some aspect of the destination country's history and culture.
Research paper regarding some aspect of the destination country's history and culture.
Examples of Outside Assignments
Research composers, choral style and other pertinent information as related to classical concert literature.
Research history, music, art and other pertinent cultural and economic information as related to performance destinations.
Research history, music, art and other pertinent cultural and economic information as related to performance destinations.
Instruction Type(s)
Lab, Lecture