Module Details
Module Code: |
MUSC8123 |
Title: |
Musical Theatre Vocal Recital
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Long Title:
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Musical Theatre Vocal Recital
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NFQ Level: |
Advanced |
Valid From: |
Semester 2 - 2022/23 ( January 2023 ) |
Field of Study: |
2121 - Music & Performing Arts
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Module Description: |
This is the terminal module of the singing track of this course and is focused on a final solo recital with piano accompaniment of a devised programme of musical theatre songs
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Perform publicly in a solo recital |
LO2 |
Devise, in collaboration with a mentor, a personal showcase of musical theatre songs |
LO3 |
Display a range of vocal styles and techniques |
LO4 |
Employ sophisticated stagecraft in 'acting through song' |
LO5 |
Reflect on process and achievement |
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).
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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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13064 |
MUSC8121 |
Musical Theatre Apex Platform |
Co-requisite Modules
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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.
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No requirements listed |
Indicative Content |
Devising
Researching, workshopping and selecting suitable material for a solo recital
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Performance Development
Vocal culture, flexibility, tone, range, expression, articulation and stamina
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Stagecraft
Movement, gesture, characterisation, embodiment. Costume and make-up
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Performance Skills
Projection, engagement with the audience, acting through song, finding the performing 'moment'
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Ensemble
Working as an effective and sensitive duo partner with a pianist
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Reflective Practice
Reflection on preparation for devised performance by weekly submission of student blog
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 100.00% |
Special Regulation |
Candidates may not take this group elective if they are taking the Apex Platform elective in singing |
Assessments
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.
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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 |
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) |
Contact |
Weekly lesson with a specialist teacher |
Every Week |
0.50 |
0.5 |
Tutorial |
Contact |
Répétiteur session with specialist piano accompanist |
Every Second Week |
0.25 |
0.5 |
Independent Learning |
Non Contact |
Research and individual practice |
Every Week |
5.25 |
5.25 |
Independent Learning |
Non Contact |
Reflective blog |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
Total Hours |
7.25 |
Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
0.75 |
This module has no Part Time workload. |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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John Potter. (2008), Cambridge Companion to Singing, Cambridge University Press, p.300, [ISBN: 0521627095].
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Pat H. Wilson. (2013), The Singing Voice: An Owner's Manual, 2nd. Laz O'Rhinus Press, p.136, [ISBN: 0646909304].
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Cathy Madden. (2017), Galvanizing Performance, Singing Dragon, p.336, [ISBN: 1785927205].
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David Henson & Kenneth Pickering. (2017), Musical Theatre: A Workbook for Further Study, 1st. Palgrave, p.114, [ISBN: 1137605693].
| This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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Other Resources |
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Website, https://musicaltheatreresources.com. Musical Theatre Resources,
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