School: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Unit Title
Vocal Technique 1Unit Code
PAM1017Year
2016Enrolment Period
1Version
1Credit Points
15Full Year Unit
N
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Description
This unit comprises two components: Voice and Speech. The interdependence of voice and body is explored, focusing on the individual's vocal and physical potential for communication. The unit presents methods for breathing and projection in order to use the voice effectively as an actor and performer. It looks at various aspects of the voice including breathing, emotions, alignment, body language, movement, health, articulation, narrative and text. It brings all elements together to shape meaning through the voice.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
- Co-ordinate breath, sound and movement.
- Identify and free unnatural tensions in the alignment between the voice and the body.
- Recognise and respond imaginatively to notation and symbols.
- Release imaginative and emotional impulses into voice, language and song.
- Sight read, audibly and intelligibly.
- Understand and apply efficient breath support.
- Understand strategies for effective communication and implement them to a variety of texts.
- Work with responsibility for vocal care and vocal maintenance.
Unit Content
- SPEECH: (SHAPING MEANING)- sight reading, speech theory, articulation and verse form (emphasis on the Shakespearean Sonnet).
- VOICE: (THE BODY SPEAKS)- vocal centring, release work, image work, story telling, vocal screening, voice history, anatomy/physiology of voice - health and diet, and warm-up programe.
Additional Learning Experience Information
Group class, tutorials, workshops, seminars.
Assessment
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
ON CAMPUS| Type | Description | Value |
|---|
| Exercise | In class exercise | 50% |
| Performance | Performance | 50% |
Text References
- ^ McCallion, M. (1988). The voice book. London: Faber & Faber.
- ^ Rodenburg, P. (1992). The right to speak. London: Methuen.
- ^ Berry, C. (1992). Voice and the actor. London: Virgin.
- Martin, J. (1991). Voice in the modern theatre. London & New York: Routledge.
- Garbutt, C. W., & Anderson, J. O. (1980). Effective methods for correcting articulatory defects. Illinois: Interstate Printers.
- Feldenkrais, M. (1987). Awareness through movement. Middlesex: Penguin Books.
- Falkner, K. (1983). Voice: Yehudi Menuhin music guides. MacDonald & Co.
- Evans, R. (1978). How to read music: EMI Music Publishing.
- Elsen, J. (1985). Voice and diction: A program for improvement. (5th ed.). New York: MacMillan Pubs.
- Bunch, M. (1982). Dynamics of the singing voice. New York: Springer-Verlag Wien.
- Bruford, R. (1967). Speech & drama. London: Methuen & Co.
- Moncur, J. P. & Brackett, I. P. (1974). Modifying vocal behaviour. New York: Harper & Row.
- Reese, M. (1984). Sensory motor education for the mouth and jaw. Sensory Motor Learning Systems.
- Sataloff, R.T. (1991). Professional voice. New York: Raven Press.
- Rose, A. (1982). Contemporary exercises for classical and popular singers. Scolar Press.
^ Mandatory reference
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Academic Misconduct
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- plagiarism;
- unauthorised collaboration;
- cheating in examinations;
- theft of other students' work;
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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School: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
Unit Title
Vocal Technique 1Unit Code
PAM1017Year
2016Enrolment Period
2Version
1Credit Points
15Full Year Unit
N
Mode of Delivery
On Campus
Description
This unit comprises two components: Voice and Speech. The interdependence of voice and body is explored, focusing on the individual's vocal and physical potential for communication. The unit presents methods for breathing and projection in order to use the voice effectively as an actor and performer. It looks at various aspects of the voice including breathing, emotions, alignment, body language, movement, health, articulation, narrative and text. It brings all elements together to shape meaning through the voice.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
- Co-ordinate breath, sound and movement.
- Identify and free unnatural tensions in the alignment between the voice and the body.
- Recognise and respond imaginatively to notation and symbols.
- Release imaginative and emotional impulses into voice, language and song.
- Sight read, audibly and intelligibly.
- Understand and apply efficient breath support.
- Understand strategies for effective communication and implement them to a variety of texts.
- Work with responsibility for vocal care and vocal maintenance.
Unit Content
- SPEECH: (SHAPING MEANING)- sight reading, speech theory, articulation and verse form (emphasis on the Shakespearean Sonnet).
- VOICE: (THE BODY SPEAKS)- vocal centring, release work, image work, story telling, vocal screening, voice history, anatomy/physiology of voice - health and diet, and warm-up programe.
Additional Learning Experience Information
Group class, tutorials, workshops, seminars.
Assessment
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
ON CAMPUS| Type | Description | Value |
|---|
| Exercise | In class exercise | 50% |
| Performance | Performance | 50% |
Text References
- ^ McCallion, M. (1988). The voice book. London: Faber & Faber.
- ^ Rodenburg, P. (1992). The right to speak. London: Methuen.
- ^ Berry, C. (1992). Voice and the actor. London: Virgin.
- Martin, J. (1991). Voice in the modern theatre. London & New York: Routledge.
- Garbutt, C. W., & Anderson, J. O. (1980). Effective methods for correcting articulatory defects. Illinois: Interstate Printers.
- Feldenkrais, M. (1987). Awareness through movement. Middlesex: Penguin Books.
- Falkner, K. (1983). Voice: Yehudi Menuhin music guides. MacDonald & Co.
- Evans, R. (1978). How to read music: EMI Music Publishing.
- Elsen, J. (1985). Voice and diction: A program for improvement. (5th ed.). New York: MacMillan Pubs.
- Bunch, M. (1982). Dynamics of the singing voice. New York: Springer-Verlag Wien.
- Bruford, R. (1967). Speech & drama. London: Methuen & Co.
- Moncur, J. P. & Brackett, I. P. (1974). Modifying vocal behaviour. New York: Harper & Row.
- Reese, M. (1984). Sensory motor education for the mouth and jaw. Sensory Motor Learning Systems.
- Sataloff, R.T. (1991). Professional voice. New York: Raven Press.
- Rose, A. (1982). Contemporary exercises for classical and popular singers. Scolar Press.
^ Mandatory reference
Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Academic Misconduct
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- plagiarism;
- unauthorised collaboration;
- cheating in examinations;
- theft of other students' work;
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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