Module Details

Module Code: MUSC8114
Title: Musical Theatre Singing 6
Long Title: Musical Theatre Singing 6
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2023/24 ( January 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 2121 - Music & Performing Arts
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module requires the student to exhibit a high standard of performance in a range of singing styles, from classical voice to belt pop and rock.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Acquire and develop the vocal techniques, performance skills and universal vocabularies essential within the profession
LO2 Advance a healthy and sophisticated technique specific to the musical theatre performer conducive to 8 shows per week
LO3 Choose from a wide range of repertoire, suitable for their individual voice
LO4 Sing with technical accomplishment a representative number of songs in a variety of styles with an advanced display of acting through song and performance skills
LO5 Reflect on learning and practice
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
Musical Theatre Repertoire
Study of material requiring a range of vocal approaches and qualities, including legit, contemporary legit, contemporary, and pop
Technique and Performance Skills
Demonstrate discipline, stamina, and vocal consistency in a professional context
Exercises
Idiomatic exercises and warm-ups to prepare for a range of styles
Ensemble
Duo work with a piano accompanist
Reflective Practice
Reflection on practice and progress, by means of a weekly journal submission on MTU's learning management system.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 60
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Terminal solo performance of a themed variety of styles
Assessment Type Reflective Journal % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Weekly blog of reflection on process and outcomes of the learning journey
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Continuous assessment of student's engagement and achievement throughout the course
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 individual lesson Every Week 0.50 0.5
Lab Contact Weekly singing class Every Week 1.00 1
Independent Learning Non Contact Individual research, study 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
  • Steinhauer, Kimberly et al. (2017), The Estill Voice Model: Theory and Translation, Estill Voice International, [ISBN: ASIN: B071Z43QS9].
  • Heinrich Panofka. (1984), The Art of Singing Opus 81, Alfred Publishing Company, p.51, [ISBN: 9790041815725].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Jeremy Harrison. (2016), Actor-Musician, Bloomsbury Methuen Drama, p.256, [ISBN: 9781472509635].
  • Fred Silver. (1988), Auditioning for the Musical Theatre, Penguin, p.208, [ISBN: 9780140104998].
  • Various. (2012), Singer's Musical Theatre Duets Volume 3, Hal Leonard, p.272, [ISBN: 9781423447054].
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 6 Mandatory