11/21/2024 4:04:19 AM	THAR 11.4 Course Outline as of Fall 2025	Changed Course
CATALOG INFORMATION
Discipline and Nbr:  THAR 11.4	Title:  PERFORM MUSICAL-VOCAL
Full Title:  Performance: Musical-Vocal
Last Reviewed:4/22/2024

Units		Course Hours per Week			Nbr of Weeks	Course Hours Total
Maximum	2.00	Lecture Scheduled	0		17.5 max.	Lecture Scheduled	0
Minimum	1.00	Lab Scheduled	0		6 min.	Lab Scheduled	0
		Contact DHR	6.00			Contact DHR	105.00
		Contact Total	6.00			Contact Total	105.00
		Non-contact DHR	0			Non-contact DHR Total	0

Total Out of Class Hours:  0.00

Total Student Learning Hours: 105.00

Title 5 Category:  AA Degree Applicable
Grading:  Grade Only
Repeatability:  34 - 4 Enrollments Total
Also Listed As: 
Formerly: 

Catalog Description:

Students will prepare and present vocal components of a role in a musical theatre production for public performance. Students will learn the show's songs while incorporating character and theatrical voice techniques.

Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 11.2

Recommended Preparation:

Limits on Enrollment:
By audition only

Schedule of Classes Information
Description:

Students will prepare and present vocal components of a role in a musical theatre production for public performance. Students will learn the show's songs while incorporating character and theatrical voice techniques.

(Grade Only)
Prerequisites:Concurrent Enrollment in THAR 11.2
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:By audition only
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:34 - 4 Enrollments Total

ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION

Associate Degree:		Effective:		Inactive:
Area:
CSU GE:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
IGETC:	Transfer Area			Effective:	Inactive:
CSU Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2005	Inactive:
UC Transfer:	Transferable	Effective:	Fall 2005	Inactive:
C-ID:

Certificate/Major Applicable: Certificate Applicable Course

COURSE CONTENT

Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Fulfill the responsibilities of a singer in the preparation, rehearsal, and performance of a vocal role in a musical theatre production for a public audience.

 

Objectives:

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Explore and demonstrate the professional responsibilities of a singing actor while participating in the preparation and performance process of a musical.

2. Independently analyze a musical score, both technically and from a character's point of view.

3. Work cooperatively within a high stress environment to produce a collaborative work of art.

4. Create and sustain the physical, vocal, and behavioral components of a character within each song, while retaining the style of the musical.

5. Integrate the elements of singing, dancing, and acting, even when learned separately.

6. Memorize all musical material (solo, small group, and ensemble numbers) quickly and accurately, retaining lyrics, music, and technical notes.

7. Revise, experiment with, and enhance vocal choices as instructed by the vocal director and production director during the rehearsal process.

8. Maintain good vocal health through a rehearsal and performance process.

9. Adapt to the stimulation and input of live audiences while maintaining focus and concentration.

10. Reproduce a successful vocal characterization in multiple performances presented over a period of time, reflecting growth through the run of the production.

 

Repeating students will:

1. Prepare and perform an entirely new vocal role from a different musical.

2. Work with different directorial styles and production processes.

3. Analyze different libretti and scores, improve analytical skills and develop versatility in singing characterization.

4. Gain greater confidence as a performer and fine-tuning singing skills by performing for diverse audiences.

Topics and Scope

Depending on the nature and production style of the particular musical to be performed, the following topics will be studied:

I. Historical and Dramatic Context of the Music and Lyrics

II. Vocal Rehearsal and Performance Procedures

    A. Scheduling and process

    B. Working with an accompanist

    C. Etiquette

    D. Making rehearsal tapes

    E. Memorizing lyrics and music

    F. Standards of professionalism

    G. Techniques for reading music

III. Vocal Health and Safe Practices

IV. Vocal Techniques

    A. Articulation

    B. Projection

    C. Characterization

    D. Breath support

    E. Pronunciation

    F. Stylization

V. Physical Techniques (as it relates to singing)

    A. Characterization

    B. Movement

VI. Incorporation of Other Musical Theatre Elements

    A. Choreography

    B. Acting and staging

    C. Movement to music (non-dance)

    D. Working with multiple directors

          1. Vocal

         2. Musical

         3. Choreographer

    E. Sustaining dramatic throughline

VII. Technical/Design Elements That May Impact Singing

    A. Orchestra/band and conductor

    B. Sound

         1. Working with microphones

              a. Body

             b. Hand

             c. Stage

         2. Timing with sound effects

         3. Costumes and props (corsets, etc.)

         4. Makeup

             a. Prosthetics

             b. Facial hair

         5. Special effects

              a. Fog

             b. Smoke

VIII. Sitzprobe and Wandelprobe Procedures

IX. Technical Rehearsal Procedures

X. Dress Rehearsal Procedures

XI. Performance Techniques

    A. Maintaining consistency and focus

    B. Handling nerves and working calmly under stress

    C. Handling audience responses

    D. Handling the unexpected

    E. Personal and group warm-ups

    F. Backstage and onstage safety practices

Assignments:

1. Prepare and perform vocal material as required by the class and production schedule.

2. Attend all scheduled vocal rehearsals for which the singer is called (communicate potential schedule conflicts prior to final casting to avoid possible removal from production).

3. Adhere to the standards of professionalism:

    a. Arrive promptly and prepared for all vocal rehearsals, warm-ups, and performances.

    b. Maintain an amiable and supportive attitude when interacting with other members of the production company - other singers, vocal director, stage manager, accompanist, orchestra members, designers, etc.

    c. Respectfully follow the vocal director's instructions in the preparation of the role and maintain that direction in performance.

    d. Perform assigned role in a conscientious and dedicated manner.

    e. Strive to maintain good vocal health and safety practices.

Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.

Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing.		Writing 0 - 0%
None
This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course.
Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills.		Problem Solving 0 - 0%
None
Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams.		Skill Demonstrations 75 - 80%
Class performances, Production performances
Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams.		Exams 0 - 0%
None
Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories.		Other Category 20 - 25%
Professionalism

Representative Textbooks and Materials:

Score of the selected musical

Instructor prepared materials

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