Applied Voice II (MUAP 1178)

• The promotion of healthy vocal production based on vocal principals including breath management, onset of tone, resonation, articulation, flexibility and an equalizing of the registers. • Exposure to a variety of art song in Italian, English, German, French, covering several historical periods (Non-majors will sing primarily in English) • Appropriate stage presentation of art song, opera/operatic arias, musical theater and jazz and an understanding of historical performance practice • Opportunities to integrate vocal technique and interpretation in a safe, supportive studio environment • Gain diction proficiency in a variety of languages depending on curriculum • Improvement of overall musical skills including phrasing, dynamics, intonation, etc. • Preparation of junior and senior recitals as specified by degree sequence • Coaching on choral solos and opera roles as needed