Courses
The Pop/Rock Player/Vocalist
Designed for the pop/rock rhythm section player or instrumentalists, this course develops the skill of singing and playing simultaneously.
Commercial Band Workshop
Performance of music in various stylesappropriate to general business jobs.
Stage Performance Techniques 1
A lecture/demonstration course designed to provide knowledge and skills necessary for effective performance presentation: movement, microphone technique, stage dress, in-depth examination of causes
Elements of Theater Production
Staging and directing musical productions; acquisition of materials; budgeting; organization of production staff.
The Musical Director
This course will cover all aspects of being a musical director of a live concert presentation involving vocal music.
Stage Performance Workshop 1 - Rock and Pop Idiom
A performance class for vocalists and instrumentalists interested in developing skills involved in live performance.
Stage Performance Workshop 2 - Rock and Pop Idiom
Continuation of PST-471. In-class performances will be videotaped and critiqued for effectiveness in movement and presentation.
Stage Performance Techniques 2
A continuation of PST-351, this course further develops performance skills and is specifically directed at the self-accompanying singer/songwriter and small instrumental combinations (duets, trios,
Elements of Vocal Technique
Introductory fundamentals lab designed to address the basic elements of singing (e.g., breath management, intonation, tone quality, phrasing).
American Diction for Singers
Improvement of English language pronunciation and articulation through the application of English language phonetics in pop, rock, and jazz vocal styles.
The Professional Vocalist Audition Workshop
A workshop setting for vocalists that focuses on preparing for an audition and creating a portfolio of audition pieces useful in the present music industry.
Voice Class for Instrumentalists 1
Instruction and practice in vocal production for the nonvoice principal.
Voice Class for Instrumentalists 2
A continuation of PSVC-231.
Vocal Pedagogy
This course is an introductory class designed to guide advanced upper-semester voice students interested in learning effective teaching skills as a private voice teacher.
Vocal Improvisation in the Jazz Idiom
Syllabic pitch and rhythmic exercises for the voice and application to a variety of styles.
Foundations of Singing with Soul
An introductory survey course that will offer students a historic overview of the architects and pioneers of soul singing.
Stage Performance Workshop - Jazz Standards
A performance class for voice principals concentrating on vocal jazz performance with rhythm section.
Advanced Vocal Improvisation Techniques
An advanced-level course for vocalists designed to improve improvisation skills through application of ear training and harmonic concepts including intervals, scales, and chord patterns.
Advanced Techniques of Voice Production
A systematic integration of vocal/body awareness and presentation skills applied to vocal performance.
Financial Management for Musicians
Overview of the financial planning process, including budgeting, risk management, taxes, retirement planning, estate planning, and investments.