Extended rehearsal schedule provides acquisition of specialized ensemble performance techniques. Opera Theater Ensemble May be repeated for credit. I Introduction of International Phonetic Alphabet and its use in Italian, French, German and English lyric diction. Practical application through the study of representative Italian, French, German and English repertoire. 2 Credits MUS 1241 Diction in Singing II Use of International Phonetic Alphabet and continuation of instruction in proper lyric diction for Italian, French, German and English.
Emphasis is on clarity of pronunciation, enunciation and articulation in singing.
Practical application through performance of representative literature. The development of aural skill by means of rhythmic and melodic diction and sight-singing. Emphasis is on chromatic materials. Class Piano I May be repeated for credit. The secondary area of piano with emphasis on sight-reading, melody harmonization and ensemble playing.