Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8123
Title: Musical Theatre Vocal Recital
Long Title: Musical Theatre Vocal Recital
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 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
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# 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).
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.
13064 MUSC8121 Musical Theatre Apex Platform
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
Devising
Researching, workshopping and selecting suitable material for a solo recital
Performance Development
Vocal culture, flexibility, tone, range, expression, articulation and stamina
Stagecraft
Movement, gesture, characterisation, embodiment. Costume and make-up
Performance Skills
Projection, engagement with the audience, acting through song, finding the performing 'moment'
Ensemble
Working as an effective and sensitive duo partner with a pianist
Reflective Practice
Reflection on preparation for devised performance by weekly submission of student blog
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%
Special Regulation
Candidates may not take this group elective if they are taking the Apex Platform elective in singing

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Weekly blog on process and outcomes of the preparatory work
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of input and achievement through the course of the module
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Public recital
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
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
Recommended Book Resources
  • John Potter. (2008), Cambridge Companion to Singing, Cambridge University Press, p.300, [ISBN: 0521627095].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Pat H. Wilson. (2013), The Singing Voice: An Owner's Manual, 2nd. Laz O'Rhinus Press, p.136, [ISBN: 0646909304].
  • Cathy Madden. (2017), Galvanizing Performance, Singing Dragon, p.336, [ISBN: 1785927205].
  • 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
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 8 Group Elective 1