Voice Skills 2 (MUST10007)
Undergraduate level 1Points: 6.25On Campus (Southbank)
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Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
Voice 2 continues the technical work of Voice 1 with the introduction of repertoire in individual voice classes. Spoken voice classes will include the development of a self-directed study plan of regular work-outs to facilitate skills development in key areas such as breath support, range, resonance and articulation and support these with continuing continue class work in these areas.
Intended learning outcomes
On completing this subject students will be able to:
- For Singing Voice:
- understand the fundamental physiological foundations of different components of human vocal sound;
- apply the aforementioned physiological information directly to their own voice production;
- understand the and adapt to the vocal technical requirements of a specific range of music theatre voice sounds;
- display a developing ability to appropriately apply developing technical ability to a range of repertoire.
- For Spoken Voice:
- demonstrate a developing understanding of voice production from a physically released body;
- demonstrate a developing ability to speak on full breath support with strong, secure tone;
- demonstrate the development of flexibility in range;
- demonstrate the development of clear articulation;
- devise and practise an individual voice and speech routine on a regular basis.
Generic skills
On completing this subject students will be able to:
• exhibit extensive practical and theoretical understanding of their discipline including acquisition of skill level, discipline, relevant professional knowledge, and ethics appropriate to professional artistic practice;
• be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning;
• recognise and value their uniqueness as an artist whilst developing diversification;
• participate fully in collaborative learning and to confront unfamiliar problems.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUST10002 | Acting Skills 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
| MUST10001 | Dance Skills 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
| MUST10004 | Music Theatre Contextual Studies | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
| MUST10003 | Voice Skills 1 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Southbank) |
12.5 |
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
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Continuous: Preparation and participation in individual lessons demonstrating continuous application. | Throughout the teaching period | 40% |
Continuous: Preparation and participation in spoken voice classes, demonstrating continuous application. | Throughout the teaching period | 25% |
Formal: Performance of a set task in individual voice lesson. | Final lesson, Week 12 | 15% |
Written: Self-assessment of progress based on a journal of classroom experiences and self-directed study covering all components of voice studies.
| Week 12 | 10% |
Written: Submission of a work journal of spoken voice self-directed study, including weekly study plan and weekly notes on personal observation of progress and areas of difficulty.
| Week 13 | 10% |
| Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
Additional details
Late submission: Unless an extension has been granted, for essays/assignments submitted after the due date, the mark a student is awarded for their work will reduced by 10% for each day the work is late. Using electronic submission means work may be submitted on any day. Unless an extension has been granted, assignments submitted later than 5 working days (or 1 week if due on a weekend) after the due date will not be marked, and will receive no marks.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Coordinator Rainer Pollard Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 30 Total time commitment 60 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020
Time commitment details
60 Hours
Additional delivery details
This subject is delivered either partially or fully in-person in Second Half Year 2020. Please ensure you are able to attend any essential in-person requirements or speak to Stop 1 about alternative subject options.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
Last updated: 3 November 2022