Course Description
Presents structure and function of the singing mechanism, current research in physical development, maturation, learning and skill acquisition and the application of these to vocal instruction for individuals and groups; research and class presentations utilizing electronic media; and service-learning vocal instruction experience with area community partners.
Athena Title
Vocal Pedagogy
Non-Traditional Format
Course includes a service-learning project during the semester that either employs skills or knowledge learned in the course or teaches new skills or knowledge related to course objectives. Students will be involved in the planning and implementation of the project(s) and may spend time outside of the classroom. Students will be engaged in the service-learning component for approximately 25-50% of overall instructional time.
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
Students will be able to: * Demonstrate understanding of service-learning philosophy and principles; * Use appropriate terminology to discuss structure, nature, and function of relevant anatomical structures; * Identify anatomical structures and their role in the singing process; * Apply structural function to vocal instruction and demonstrate its impact on pedagogical intervention; * Discuss physiological development and its effect on the teaching process; * Evaluate information available in printed and electronic media for instructional application; * Outline service-learning principles and participate in activity (vocal instruction) with community partners as designated by instructor.
Topical Outline
* Service-learning principles * Terminology * Lecture/discussion/media presentations of posture, respiration phonation, resonance, articulation, International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), registration, maturation, physiological development, theories of learning and vocal health * Student presentation on relevant books, journals/articles, and electronic media resources * Observations of lessons taught by faculty and teaching associates * Service-learning activity