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TMA 322

Classical Voice

Theatre and Media Arts College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Speech techniques (word stress, inflection, pitch, pace, etc.) applied in the classical play.

When Taught

Fall

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

4

Fixed

0

Other Prerequisites

BFA acting or MDT major status. BFA acting majors: TMA 222 and 228. BFA MDT majors: TMA 121 and 228.

Title

Standard American Stage Dialect & International Phonetic Alphabet

Learning Outcome

Students will demonstrate mastery of Standard American Stage dialect and the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). 

Title

Self-Evaluation & Peer Coaching

Learning Outcome

Students will self-evaluate progress and practice effective and supportive peer coaching.

Title

Work Ethic

Learning Outcome

Students will practice professional work habits of dependability, punctuality, preparation, collaborations and the ability to make independent choices.

Title

Voice Production & Exploration

Learning Outcome

Students will practice voice production techniques integrating voice work, body awareness, and emotional dexterity as well as explore a variety of voice pedagogies and apply the techniques to the performance of classical texts.