Module Details

Module Code: MUSC6025
Title: Musical Theatre Singing 1
Long Title: Musical Theatre Singing 1
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: The first in a series of progressive, practical, skill-centered modules. Directed study in basic vocal techniques required to develop awareness of the different skills required in era specific styles of music theatre singing.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Outline the basic techniques of vocal production required for both legit and contemporary musical theatre
LO2 Demonstrate core technical ability through presentation of basic repertory from a wide variety of musical theatre genres
LO3 Present vocal studies appropriate to both legit and popular contemporary vocal styles
LO4 Apply basic vocal health and vocal wellness skills
LO5 Reflect on vocal learning, research and individual practice for legit and contemporary musical theatre and pop vocal qualities
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
Technique
To develop core breathing and vocal technique through exercises and addressing basic technical challenges including speech quality, sustaining long notes and securing pitch.
Repertory Studies
Introduction to music theatre repertoire appropriate to legit, contemporary and popular vocal styles specific to a prescribed era.
Analysis
Analysis of repertoire identifying different techniques required such as laryngeal movement, vocal tract shapes and vocal qualities.
Vocal Wellness
Outline basic vocal health and wellness skills
Reflective Practice
Reflect on practice and progress by means of a weekly journal submission on Canvas.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Critique % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Presentation of technical exercises and studies, performance of prescribed music theatre repertory, performance of contrasting songs
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Reflection on learning process and practice methods
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of student's ability to engage with and fulfill course requirements assessed weekly on student progress in technical elements, repertory performance and sight reading.
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 vocal lesson Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact Individual practice and research Every Week 6.00 6
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jeremy Fisher, Gillyanne Kayes. (2018), This is a voice: 99 exercises to train, project and harness the power of your voice, Wellcome Collection, [ISBN: 9781999809027].
  • Janice Chapman. (2016), Singing and Teaching Singing, Plural Publishing, p.350, [ISBN: 9781597568913].
  • Mathilde Marchesi. (1971), Mathilda Marchesi's Vocal Method Bel Canto, Dover Publications, p.108, [ISBN: 9780486223155].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Various. (2016), The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology Volume 6 Bass/Baritone, Hal LEONARD, p.248, [ISBN: 9781495019036].
  • Various. (2015), The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology Volume 6 Tenor, Hal Leonard, p.256, [ISBN: 9781495019029].
  • Various. (2015), The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology Volume 6 MezzoSop/Belter, Hal Leonard, p.248, [ISBN: 9781495019012].
  • Various. (2015), The Singer's Musical Theatre An theology Volume 6 Soprano, Hal Leonard, p.256, [ISBN: 9781495019005].
  • David Devenney. (2009), The New Broadway Song Companion; An Annotated Guide to Musical Theatre Literature by Voice Type and Song Style, Scarecrow Press, p.298, [ISBN: 9780810869431].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_GMUTH_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Musical Theatre 1 Mandatory