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Practical Anatomy for Classical Voice 1 (MUSI20156)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 6.25On Campus (Southbank)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
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This subject examines the physiological and acoustical factors that combine to make a classical vocal sound and how these factors can support the development of vocal technique. Through both lectures and practical exploration the subject explores the nexus between vocal physiology and artistry from both theoretical and practical perspectives.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Understand the basic acoustical and physiological principles of the singing voice
- Apply varied singing approaches and terminology
- Understand physiological concepts of mainstream teaching approaches and how these might be applied in a practical context
- Analyse and articulate the ways in which creative purpose, emotional and physical balance and vocal technique, interact with a performer’s musical and dramatic intentions
- Become familiar with current research in vocal performance science and pedagogy
- Demonstrate a greater understanding of the practical components of voice production
Generic skills
On completion of this subject participants will have enhanced the following generic skills:
- The capacity to subject concepts to critical scrutiny and evaluation
- The capacity to subject concepts and action to an applied context
- The ability to engage with critical literature
- The ability to transfer concepts and theoretical explanations into practical applications
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- Critical appraisal on theoretical content outlined in subject objectives (1000 words), due within week 8 (50%)
- Reflective journal of on the practical experience of the student’s learning as outlined in the subject objectives (1000 words), due at the end of the semester (50%)
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Stephen Grant Coordinator Anna Connolly Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 24 hours, comprising one 2-hour workshop per week Total time commitment 68 hours Teaching period 4 March 2019 to 2 June 2019 Last self-enrol date 15 March 2019 Census date 31 March 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 10 May 2019 Assessment period ends 28 June 2019 Semester 1 contact information
Time commitment details
68 hours
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
A class package of relevant readings will be distributed at the first class
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Diploma in Music Course Graduate Diploma in Music Informal specialisation Performance/ Composition/ Musicology/ Ethnomusicology - Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 3 November 2022