Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8131
Title: Vocal Pedagogy 1
Long Title: Vocal Pedagogy 1
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2022/23 ( September 2022 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module explores the development of vocal pedagogy over the past twenty years focusing on Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) teaching methodologies and approaches, stylistic awareness and basic voice science.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Investigate the roles expected of contemporary singers
LO2 Recognise key laryngeal structures and demonstrate an understanding of basic voice science
LO3 Examine Contemporary Commerical Music (CCM) vocal techniques and style
LO4 Design and implement lesson plans suitable for both an individual and a group of CCM singers
LO5 Demonstrate effective vocal pedagogy strategies
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Knowledge & context
An exploration of vocal anatomy and voice science; vocal health; common issues faced by singers; stylistic awareness and strategies for vocal development
Practical skill development
Combining current theoretical research & pedagogical strategies with practice based application for CCM singers; evaluation and reflection on lesson plans
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Present a 20 minute CCM vocal lesson
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 50
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of class participation, weekly assignments and class tests
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact CCM Pedagogy Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact Discussion of weekly assignments Every Week 0.50 0.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Associated reading and research Every Week 4.50 4.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Williams, Jenevora. (2018), Teaching Singing to Children and Young Adults, 2nd. Compton Publishing, [ISBN: 1909082007].
  • Chandler, K. in Harrison, S. D & O’ Bryan J. (2014), Teaching Singing in the 21st Century, Teaching Popular Music Styles, Springer..
  • Meribeth Dayme. (2022), The Essentials of CoreSinging: A Joyful Approach to Singing and Voice Pedagogy., Rowman & Littlefield.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Ken Bozeman. (2014), 'Practical Vocal Acoustics Pedagogic Applications for Teachers and Singers., [ISBN: ISBN:15764724].
  • Soto-Morretini. (2006), 'Popular Singing: A Practical Guide to: Pop, Jazz, Blues, Rock, Country and Gospel, A & C Black Publishers.
  • Matthew Hoch. (2018), So You Want to Sing CCM (Contemporary Commercial Music): A Guide for Performers, Rowman & Littlefield, [ISBN: B079ZN4FFS].
  • Janice Chapman. (2011), 'Singing and Teaching Singing A Holistic Approach to Classical Voice',, [ISBN: ISBN:15975642].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Lynn Helding. (2015), Motor Learning and Voice Training: Locus of Attention, Journal of Singing, 72, p.87.
  • Irene Bartlett, Marissa Lee Naismith. (2020), An Investigation of Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) Voice Pedagogy: A Class of its Own?, Journal of Singing, 76, p.273.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GPOPM_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Popular Music 5 Elective