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Dec 26, 2024
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2023-2024 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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MUS 149 - Opera Workshop 1 Credits, 3 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 3 lab periods
Introduction to the techniques of opera. Includes exercise in stage movement, musical preparation, staging and memorization of scenes, performance of opera, and reevaluation and practice.
Information: May be taken two times for a maximum of two credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.
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Course Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate improvement in skills for musical and vocal communication.
- Demonstrate improvement in poise and reduction of stage nerves.
- Demonstrate increased ability to use body language to communicate to the audience.
- Demonstrate the ability to audition.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform.
Outline:
- Exercise in Stage Movement for Opera
- Body language
- Mood projection
- Dialogue
- Entrance and exit
- Recitative and aria differences
- Opera Scene Musical Preparation
- Staging and Memorization of Scenes for Opera
- Exploration of operatic repertoire
- Vocal range and rhythmic considerations
- Stage blocking for maximum vocal effect
- Performance of Opera
- Reevaluation and Practice
Effective Term:
Full Academic Year 2018/2019
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