Course description

This performance course for all levels of singers focuses on vocal technique, acting of a song, and the study of Broadway musicals from all eras. We focus on shows that highlight social justice issues that are current today, musicals that in many cases were ahead of their time in presenting these issues and at times quite controversial. Students learn a piece from this repertoire, working on both vocal and theatrical aspects and digging deeply into the text. We also analyze the accompaniment by listening to the orchestration and discovering clues given by the composer regarding story, character, and subtext. There are listening and written assignments as we study the different eras and styles, and class discussion regarding the socio-political nature of each show and the impact it had on society. The final consists of a paper and presentation based on each student's research of the song and show, including a polished performance/video of the song.

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