TMA 122
Voice Production and Phonetics 1
Theatre and Media Arts
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Foundational exercises to aid in freeing tensions, habits/patterns, and finding the natural state of the voice. Lab required. Introduction to the use of Standard American Stage Dialect with International Phonetic Alphabet. Identification of speech/articulation problems.
When Taught
Fall
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
2
Fixed
2
Fixed
3
Fixed
1
Other Prerequisites
BFA acting or acting pre-major status; or instructor's consent.
Title
Voice Production
Learning Outcome
Students will practice voice production techniques integrating voice work, body awareness, and emotional dexterity.
Title
International Phonetic Alphabet
Learning Outcome
Students will identify and incorporate key characteristics of the International Phonetic Alphabet and integrate that knowledge into performance.
Title
Evaluation and 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.
