Document Type

Syllabus

Publication Date

Spring 2024

Course Description

This class examines current knowledge of the singing voice based on research in anatomy, physiology, acoustics, and teaching philosophy with a focus on the study of voice science. Through the research of renowned pedagogues and voice researchers such as Barbara Doscher, Johann Sundberg, Christian Herbst, Brian Gill, Ingo Titze, William Vennard, Scott McCoy, and more, as well as discussions and demonstrations in class, students learn theoretical concepts which derive from current scientific research regarding voice use. Students develop assessment skills and the ability to understand application tools including the use of VoceVista, a computer software/hardware program used to measure acoustic output and connectivity at the vocal fold level, Madde (voice synthesizer). Students also discover how to create evidence-based tools, vocalises, and how to assign repertoire based on the aforementioned elements of a comprehensive pedagogy.

Student Outcomes

At the end of this class, students should be able to: ● Provide a detailed description of the vocal mechanism and its function ● Identify changes in sound production at a more detailed level ● Understand the basics of VoceVista and Madde ● Engage in detailed conversations on how to provide cost effective, reliable assessment and care of the professional voice ● Have the necessary tools and skills to diagnose vocal issues/imbalances on a much more detailed level than upon entry into this class ● Utilize their diagnostic skills to identify and help correct these imbalances ● Communicate more effectively with their students ● Describe the process of singing in an effective way that will elicit a sustainable response from their students ● Evaluate other teachers’ work using mindful communication to express their impressions/opinions/ideas

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