Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8132
Title: Vocal Pedagogy 2
Long Title: Vocal Pedagogy 2
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2022/23 ( January 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module explores the literature and research on vocal pedagogy in the 21st century focusing on its application to practice.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Examine key vocal pedagogy texts
LO2 Research areas of vocal pedagogy that are of personal interest to the student
LO3 Demonstrate the application of effective Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) vocal techniques and style
LO4 Reflect on lesson plans and their implementation for individual and groups of CCM singers
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).
13892 MUSC8131 Vocal Pedagogy 1
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.
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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
Developing awareness of key vocal pedagogical texts; exploration of the literature on MPA (Music Performance Anxiety), ACC (Acceptance and Commitment Coaching), MLT (Motor Learning Theory), Singing for Health and other areas of interest to the student. Further exploration of vocal anatomy and voice science and strategies for vocal development.
Practical skill development
Connecting literature to practice; presenting findings via a workshop/presentation. 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 30
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 3,4
Assessment Description
Present a 20 minute CCM vocal lesson
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 12 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Presentation or workshop demonstrating research findings and their application to practice
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 40
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 Vocal Pedagogy Lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Tutorial Contact Discussion, presentation and performance 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
  • Meribeth Dayme. (2022), The Essentials of CoreSinging: A Joyful Approach to Singing and Voice Pedagogy, Rowman & Littlefield, [ISBN: 1538164000].
  • Christopher Goldsack. (2022), The Simple Science of Singing: The (not so) Simple Science of Singing, [ISBN: 1471640205].
  • Harrison, S. D & O’ Bryan J. (2014), Teaching Singing in the 21st Century, Springer, [ISBN: 978-94-017-88].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Janet M. Ruane,. (2004), Essentials of Research Methods: A Guide to Social Science Research, [ISBN: 978-0-631-230].
  • David Juncos; Elvire de Pava E Pona. (2022), ACT for Musicians: A Guide for Using Acceptance and Commitment Training to Enhance Performance, Overcome Performance Anxiety, and Improve Well-Being, [ISBN: 1627343814].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Sarah E. mahony, David Juncos, Debbie Winter. Acceptance and Commitment Coaching for Music Performance Anxiety: Piloting a 6-Week Group Course With Undergraduate Dance and Musical Theatre Students,,
    https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10. 3389/fpsyg.2022.830230/full
  • Claudia Castiglione, Alberto Rampullo,Silvia Cardulloa. (2018), Self Representations and Music Performance Anxiety: A Study With Professional and Amateur Musicians,,
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/article s/PMC6266529/
  • Irene Bartlett, Marissa Lee Naismith. (2020), An Investigation of Contemporary Commercial Music (CCM) Voice Pedagogy: A Class of its Own?, Journal of Singing, 76.
  • Christine Bergan. (2010), Motor learning principles and voice pedagogy: theory and practice, Journal of Singing, 66.
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GPOPM_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Popular Music 6 Elective