Special Topics in Musical Theatre (350-0-23)

Topic

Collaborative Voice and Piano

Instructors

David Paul Chavannes

Meeting Info

Wirtz 201 Performnce Black Box: Tues, Thurs 3:00PM - 4:20PM

Overview of class

In this performance-intensive course, singers and pianists learn aural, communication, and organizational skills to help them effectively prepare and perform musical theatre repertoire in collaborative settings. Students will receive frequent coaching in masterclasses, learning how to identify, describe, and correct volume imbalances and timing misalignments with a collaborator.

Class Materials (Required)

A computing device to access course materials on Canvas, a device for video recording practice and rehearsal sessions, and a metronome (digital app or electric preferred). $1-25 (music printing as needed)