Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8119
Title: Musical Theatre Singing 7
Long Title: Musical Theatre Singing 7
NFQ Level: Advanced
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: This module prepares the student for the rigours of the profession, consolidating technique and establishing flexible warm-ups for a range of styles and genres.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Demonstrate pre professional technique, vocal versatility, and advanced level of acting through song and performance preparation conducive to 8 shows per week
LO2 Identify the onset of vocal problems such as vocal fatigue and take appropriate remedial steps
LO3 Follow a programme of agility, flexibility and stamina exercises for continuous professional development
LO4 Apply a range of vocal technique and heightened characterisation in various settings and apply to performance
LO5 Reflect on process, personal potential and consolidate the skills essential to creating and sustaining performance
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
Voice Types
Identify and understand the characteristics of the different voice qualities found in musical theatre
Warming up
Becoming familiar with a range of warm-ups suitable for typical musical theatre situations
Vocal development
Devising a personal programme that will lead to continuous vocal development and improvement
Ornamentation
Acquiring a vocabulary of vocal phrases that can be turned to embellish or characterise a performance
Repertoire
Choosing suitable specific repertoire for a terminal performance
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 15
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of input and progress in lessons
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 10
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Weekly blog on accumulated learning
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 15
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Test on vocal exercises, warm-ups and techniques
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Short solo performance of a range of styles
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 Individual voice lesson Every Week 0.50 0.5
Lab Contact Group vocal class Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact individual research and practice Every Week 5.50 5.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Julian Woolford. (2012), How Musicals Work: And How to Write Your Own, Nick Hern Books, [ISBN: 978-184842175].
  • Konstantinos Thomaidis. (2017), Theatre and Voice, Palgrave, p.104, [ISBN: 1137552492].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • John Kenrick. (2017), Musical Theatre, Bloomsbury Methuen Drama, p.352, [ISBN: 1474267007].
  • Ron Morris. (2016), If in Doubt, Breathe Out, Compton Publishing Ltd, p.178, [ISBN: 1909082168].
  • Andrew Gerle. (2011), The Enraged Accompanist's Guide to the Perfect Audition, Applause Theatre Book Publishers, p.120, [ISBN: 1423497059].
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 7 Mandatory