Summer Vocology Institute Courses
Block 1
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Principles of Voice Production
Basic physical, physiological,
and pedagogical principles are presented to help students understand
professional, nonprofessional, and impaired voice production.
Additional areas of exploration include: vocal anatomy; voice
classification, control of loudness, pitch, register, and quality;
and efficient and inefficient use of
voice.
Check out the on-line
course syllabus, study guides,
and tutorials.
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3 semester hours |
| June 9-June 27, 2008 |
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Block 2
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Instrumentation for Voice Analysis
The use of glottographic, videostroboscopic,
electromyographic, aerodynamic, and acoustic analysis for assessment of
vocal and respiratory function are presented. The use of these techniques
in conjunction with perceptual evaluation of voice is also discussed. |
2 semester hours |
Voice Habilitation
The application of methods of
intervention is presented in the development, training, and rehabilitation
of vocal behavior. Motor learning and the efficacy of treatment
strategies are also taught. Finally factors affecting compliance
with recommended therapy are explored.
|
2 semester hours |
| (June 30 - July 21, 2008; no classes July
4) |
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Block 3
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Voice for Performers
A comparison of kinesthetic techniques for the
singing/acting voice through a practical exploration of relaxation,
posture, breathing, tone quality, diction, and interpretation.
The student will gain an understanding of diverse methods of
voice training in both singing and acting with practical application
to their own voice use.
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2 semester hours |
| (July 22 - August 5, 2008) |
Up to 9 total semester hours |
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