MUS 487 Writing for Voice

Study of methods of writing for voice, creation of practical projects designed for performance. Topics include study of the physiological mechanism of the voice, voice types, study and analysis of examples of vocal writing from the Middle Ages to the present in genres including but not limited to solo song, chamber music, opera, choral music, musical theatre and popular styles. Students collaborate with singers, writing specially-tailored projects for reading and/or performance in class.

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

MUS 487 & MUS 587A

Prerequisite

MUS 222 & MUS 224