Course #

APPLIED VOICE

MUSI: 112, 113, 114, 115

Gerald J. Blanchard, Instructor

Office: D228

Phone: (269) 965-3931, ext. 2566

E-mail: blanchardg@kellogg.edu

Web Site: www.bcvarts.org/Voicestudio

Office Hours: See posted schedule

LESSONS

All lessons must be well-prepared. Suggested minimum practice time = is one hour per day. (If possible, in two 30-minute increments.) Organize your practice time so that you have 10 or 15 minutes of vocalizing, and then work on your repertoire.
Arrive at your lesson warmed-up and ready to sing. Always bring a notebook for keeping track of information, assignments, vocal exercises, etc. =
Bring a blank cassette tape and a pencil to each lesson.
If you are ill or have an emergency to attend to, you must call in advanc= e of the scheduled lesson time. Call my studio, 965-3931 Ext. 2566, or call= the department secretary at 965-3931 Ext. 2554 and make sure that the mess= age is delivered directly to me. You can also e-mail me at blanchardg@kellogg.edu and= /or call me at home 963-1178 (Emergency only!). Unexcused missed lessons w= ill automatically lower your grade and will not be made up.
You are expected to write in and learn the Word-By-Word translations for y= our entire repertoire. (You may borrow my copy of the Word-By-Word books as long as they don't leave the Choir room or the Listening Lab. Learning= to use the IPA is extremely important.

OUTCOMES:= R= 20;The student will… =

Competency: &n= bsp; Singing with appropriate vocal technique

· = Have a func= tional knowledge of the appoggiatura breathing technique

· = Have the ab= ility to phonate effectively (w/out tension) through demonstration

· = Through performance, demonstrate a working knowledge of effective singing

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ADDITONAL OUTCOMES: The student will….

· = Demonstrate a basic knowledge of Alexander Technique (Muscular Alertness)

· = Through performance demonstrate the effects of “Tonal Response”

· = Express both verbally and through demonstration the basic techniques of singing

PERFORMANCES/ASSIGNMENTS

Attendance at all voice recitals and studio master class sessions are required. <= o:p>

Attendances at all Vocal Music Concerts (Choral/solo) are strongly encouraged.

You must perform a minimum= of four (4) times in studio/recital.

Please always be ready to perform as you may be called upon un-exspectantly.<= o:p>

EXPECTED BEHAVIOR

1. Show up for your lessons:
a. on time.
b. prepared. The purpose of lessons is not to teach you the no= tes or rhythms - that’s what practicing is for.
c. warmed up. Most lessons will begin with a regimen of exerci= ses. However, they are designed not to warm up the voice, but to improve it. As such, they are often rather rigorous. It is crucial that you prepare yourse= lf mentally and physically before your lesson.

2. You are expected to practice daily on technique (exercises) and r= epertoire. You will not improve without regular practice. Remember, you = reap what you sow. Most illnesses should not prevent you from practicing. Even if your voice is not functioning physically, you can still work on the comprehension of pitches, rhythms, diction, understanding the text, phrasin= g, and memorization.

Plan ahead to avoid the conflicts that can and w= ill occur (exams, papers, etc.).

GRADING

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ATTITUDE/ATTENDANCE: =         &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;            &= nbsp;           &nbs= p;         25%

RECITAL/MASTER CLASS PERFORMANCES/ACTIVITIES:    =             &nb= sp;            =    25%

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A: 100-93      A-: 92-90      B+: 89-87      B: 86-83      B-: 82-80      C+: 79-77

C: 76-73      &= nbsp; C-: 72-70    &n= bsp; D+: 69-67    &n= bsp; D: 66-63       D-: = 62-60     E: 0-59

“Learning to sing is a slow and patient undertaking, in which= a good ear is the prerequisite, the imagery is an aid supplied by the teacher, and the experience is gradually accumulated until it is so powerful that me= rely calling up the memory will reproduce it."

William Vennard

GENERAL POLICY STATEMENTS<= /o:p>

1. Kellogg Community College Academic Int= egrity Statement:

The = Kellogg Community College policy on Academic Integrity is spelled out in the student handbook. If it is suspected that you are che= ating, fabricating, facilitating academic dishonesty, or plagiarizing, there may be serious consequences. The incident will be documented an= d may be reported to the academic chair and/or program director for possible disc= iplinary actions up to and including course, program, or college expulsion.

2. Kellogg Community College Americans wi= th Disabilities Act and Section 504 Statement:

Kell= ogg Community College does not discriminate in the admission or treatment of students on the basi= s of disability. KCC is committed = to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Students with a documented disability are strongly encouraged to speak with the instructor and with the professional staff at Support Services (ext. 2624). The College offers many resources, but it is important to take advantage of them early. It is the student̵= 7;s responsibility to notify the College and instructors of your needs.

3. Instructor Syllabus Rights Statement:

Information contained in this syllabus was to the best knowledge of the instructor considered correct and complete when distributed for use at the beginning of the semester. However, this syllabus should not= be considered a contract with Kellogg Community College and any student, nor between the instructor and any student. The instructor reserves the right, acting within the policies and procedures of Kellogg Community College, to make changes in the course content or instructional techniques without notice or obligation.

4. Student e-mail

All KCC students are provided with e-mail accounts thr= ough the college server. You will be responsible for checking your KCC e-mail regularly and should be prepared to use KCC e-mail as part of student-colle= ge interaction. For e-mail account information, check the web at www.kellogg.edu/email/geninfo

5. Cell Phone and Other Electronic Equipment Statement:<= /i>

CELL PHONES AND PAGERS must be on mute during class. If you must take or return an e= mergency call, please go out in the hall to do so.&= nbsp;

6. Class Conduct and Participation:

Class participation is encouraged. We will follow the College policies regarding conduct. I expect students to create an atmosphe= re of respect. No name calling, interrupting, or foul language is allowed. Come prepared with an open attitude that is professional and shows that you are ready to learn.

8. ATTENDANCE POLICY: Attendance is a graded component of this class. Missing three or more classes/labs= will result in a non-passing grade. If you miss class it is your job to find out what you missed from other students. Mr. Blanchard is under no obligation to make up missed assignments or activities with you. In case of tardiness or early departure, 1 point is deducted for each ten minutes.

9. HOMEWORK POLICY: Assignments are due at the beginning = of the class meeting for which they are assigned. Late work will NOT be accept= ed. The assignments will be graded and returned at the beginning of the followi= ng class meeting.

WITHDRAWAL:

INDIVIDUALIZED LESSON INFORMATION

FACT SHEET

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VOCAL/INSTRUM= ENTAL STUDY

These guide= lines have been prepared in order to help department faculty evaluate student performa= nce. Assessment sheets for evaluations and juries will be provided for those eve= nts.

LESSONS
Each student will receive either one 30-minute (1cr.) or one 60-minute (2cr= .) private lesson per week for the duration of the academic semester.

PERFORMAN= CE REQUIREMENTS
All students will perform in a voice recital on campus every semester, performing a minimum of one to two songs in at least two languages (music majors and minors will perform at least 3 songs). All recital music must be presented at concert performance level - memorized and polished. At the end= of the semester, the students with the highest jury level scores will be invit= ed to perform in the honors recital the following semester. =

TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL YEAR OF STUDY:=

Show up for your lessons:
a. on time.
b. prepared.

c. warmed up.

You are = expected to practice daily on technique (exercises) and repertoire.

You will not improve without regular practice. Remember, you reap what you sow. Most illnesses should not prevent you from practicing. Even if your voice is not functioning physically, you can still work on the comprehension of pitches, rhythms, diction, understanding the text, phrasing, and memorization. Plan ahead to av= oid the conflicts that can and will occur (exams, papers, etc.).

JURY PRE= OCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS

Effective fall 2004

Juries will be graded by the music faculty. Each faculty member submits a grade and written comments for= the student. The jury grade is the average of the grades submitted by the music faculty. The final grade given= by the student’s private teacher will be averaged into the total giving = the student his/her final semester grade. =

Students are graded on the following criteria:

Musical Accuracy

Artistic Performance

Vocal/Instrumental Technique

Vocal Diction

Purity of Vowel Sounds

Stage Presence

Communication with Audience

Musical Interpretation etc.

PROCEDURE= FOR JURY:

A jury is a type of f= inal examination which usually occurs during finals week. Level change juries wi= ll determine whether or not the student has developed technically and artistic= ally enough to work at a more advanced level.

The student will begin with his/her first choice selection. Ot= her selections are chosen at random by other members of the music faculty. The final selection is chosen by the student’s private voice/instrumental instructor.   =

ENRICHMENT STUDENTS:

Students taking for non-academic credit are not required to perform a jury; however they are encouraged to do so wit= h the expressed consent of their applied music instructor.

JURY REPERTOIRE REQUIREMENTS:

Vocal and Instrumental Jury Policy

All students taking applied lessons for academic credi= t, both performance majors and non majors must play a jury at the conclusion of each semester to show evidence of progress on their instrument. The student must successfully pass his/her jury in order to progress to the next level = of study.

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·         MUSI 112-= 113 (vocal) = level students must be prepared to perform a minimum of three contrasting pieces.= Two must be memorized. (MUSI 113 or higher) One must be = in a language other than English.

·         MUSI 114-= 115 (vocal) = level students must be prepared to perform a minimum of four to six contrasting pieces by memory. All must be memorized! (MUSI 115) Two selections must be from standard art song, lied, opera or orat= orio repertoire.<= /p>
·         MUSI 122-= 123 (piano) = One to three contr= asting pieces from contrasting stylistic periods. One selection must be representa= tive of the standard classical repertoire. ALL SELECTIONS MUST BE MEMORIZED.

·         MUSI 124-= 125 (piano):= Four to six contra= sting pieces from contrasting stylistic periods and genres. A minimum of three mu= st be representative of the standard classical repertoire (Bach, Beethoven, Ch= opin etc.). ALL SELECTIONS MUST BE MEMORIZED.=

·         MUSI 135-= 136 (Instrum= ental) Two compositions from the standard repertoire showing contrast in style and technique; excerpts from standard orchestral repertoire is accepted.

·         MUSI 137-= 138 (Instrume= ntal) Solos from the standard repertoire showing contrast in style and technique; stand= ard method book studies; excerpts from standard orchestral repertoire is accept= ed.

SIGHT REA= DING REQUIREMENT:

A primary goal of our music programs are to produce students w= ho are musically literate and prepared to experience a lifetime of musical enrichment. The development of sight reading skills are central to the achievement of this primary goal. Therefore, the development of specific si= ght reading skills must be included at all levels of instruction and evaluation= .

You the student will be asked to perform a small musical excer= pt at sight. This is merely for evaluation purposes. YOU WILL NOT BE GRADED on this aspect of the evaluative process. Your instructor will assist you with the appropriate levels of preparation for the exercise.

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STUDIO MA= STER CLASS/ STUDENT RECITALS:

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Everyone should = be prepared to perform at each studio master class and student recital. Althou= gh, not everyone will perform at each class, the lead instructor reserves the r= ight to call on you at anytime. Don’t get caught unprepared. Remember, the more you perform, the better you will become. Also, you will be fully prepa= red for your juries. Don’t wait until the last class. Plan to sing or play early.

A signup book wi= ll be posted in the Music office. You may volunteer to perform for these as often= as you like. Don’t just perform four times because you are required, but take advantage of the time and “Just Do It!”<= /p>

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Accompanist:
It is the student’s responsibility to secure and compensate accompani= st for his/her lessons, studio classes and other performances. It is important that you notify your accompanists well in advance of any changes in schedul= es or upcoming performances. Don't wait until the last moment! Remember, you the student are responsible= for securing and compensating your own accompanist. If you cannot locat= e an accompanist, please contact Mr. Blanchard (blanchardg@kellogg.edu) and he will assist you with locating someone. Below, please find a list of local pianist who often accompanies KCC students. Please remember, you must= PAY FOR YOUR OWN PIANIST.

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ACCOMPANIST INFORMATION:

Nancy Brown Phone: 269-963-1911 ext. 2502 (CMS)=

Kathy Cary Email: carryk@cbpu.com (KCC)=

Barbara Chandler: 269-968-6398 (Community)

Paula Krontz Email: poola@net-link.net (K= CC)

Mark Wells Email: mwells@musiccentersci.com (CMS)

Sara Cleland Email: applauz13@hotmail.com= (KCC)

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ST= UDIO CLASS PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

LEVEL ONE: 1st. semester

Minimum Performance Requirement

(VOICE: 112, Piano: 122, Instrument: 135) two-performances (1 master class and one recital)

LEVEL TWO: 2nd. Semester

(VOICE: 113, PIANO: 123, INSTRUMENT 136) Three-performances (Two Master classes, one recital)=

LEVEL THREE: 3rd. semester

(VOICE: 114, PIANO: 124, INSTRUMENT: 137) Three performances (Two master classes and one recital or one master class and two recitals)

LEVEL FOUR: 4th. Semester

(VOICE: 115, PIANO: 125, INSTRUMENT: 138) Four performances (Two master classes and two recitals or three master classes and one recital)

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MASTER CLASS/RECITAL SCHEDULE:

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September 26^th.        &= nbsp; October 24^th.

October 31^st.

RECITAL DATES:

November 28^th.   Decembe= r 2^nd.        &= nbsp;     December 12^th.

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