Vocal Pedagogy Final Exam - Due Wednesday May 7 9:00 am

You are encouraged to use your textbook to answer the questions. Answer each question thoroughly and in complete sentences.

·      All responses must by typed and answered completely. 

·      All answers must be in your own words.

·      No paraphrasing from any written source or the test will have earned a Zero.

10 points each:

1.     Describe the three register theories.

2.     Discuss register classification according to voice type, transition zones, pivotal notes.

3.     Explain some exercises for developing coordinated registration.

4.     Discuss the characteristics and function of all vocal resonators.

5.     Name some ways and means to maximize vocal resonance by positioning parts of the vocal mechanism.

6.     Define and discuss the elements of dynamic singing:

a.     Intonation

b.     Vibrato

c.      Agility

d.     Sostenuto

e.     Dynamics

f.      Range extension

7.     Name and explain three methods for identifying and classifying vocal disorders based on symptoms.

8.     Name and describe some serious vocal disorders and some measures for prevention and treatment.

9.     What are 10 do’s and don’ts for maintaining vocal health.

5 points each

1.What are the chief muscles involved in achieving adjustments of the resonators?

2.What are some techniques for improving diction?

Lesson Cards, Repertoire cards (sheets), student notebook - DUE DATE CHANGED!

Due Wednesday April 30th
A Binder for your Voice students to include the following:

1. Introduction (philosophy)
2. STudio policy
3. Lesson Cards (can be paper)
4. REpertoire Cards
5. clothing chart

Please have all materials typed and neatly organized in your notebook.  You will use this for your studio!

Policy statement Due WED April 23 - chapter 4

Write a one page paper describing your policies -
(no need to put exact dollar amounts)
This is similar to a syllabus.

What are your musical expectations? Do you expect them to read music? use recording device?
Purchase their own music (i.e. copyright laws are strict, especially with regards to all-state auditions)
what are the benefits of vocal study?
visitors?
make-up lessons?
will people be allowed to come late?
payment methods (once per month, cash only, per lesson, etc....)

Here is a sample: - CREATE YOUR OWN!

Please read through the studio policies as there have been some changes made.

STUDIO POLICY

·  Payment is due the 1^st lesson of the month (I do not wish to have to assess a late fee )

·  My fees are currently - ------------month for one hour lessons (mailing is fine, if you would like to be billed, please let me know)

·  New students will be required to take a music reading and piano playing diagnostic test

·  Due to the complexity of lesson schedules, per lesson payment will not be allowed

·  If I need to cancel for any reason I WILL make up the time with the student

·  If a make-up lesson is scheduled and the student cancels there will be no additional make – up lesson for that missed time.

·  If the student hoarse or sick – they should NOT sing, but please call as soon as possible (24 hours notice preferred) if you need to cancel

·  Students will be asked to purchase music (photocopying music is against copyright laws) but I will make every effort to keep to a select few books.

·  If your student is not actively practicing, I reserve the right to send them home for that lesson, and possibly to discontinue lessons.  Any instrumental training is only successful when the student PRACTICES.  Encourage your student to practice daily.

·  If a student is experiencing excessive absences or tardiness, I will encourage the student to take time off from attending lessons until they have resolved the issue. 

·  Please be on time when dropping or picking up your student :)

If you have ANY questions regarding voice lessons or my policies, feel free to call!

Please remember to PRACTICE daily! 

You will succeed because YOU have worked for it!

Mission Statement Due Monday April 21 - one or two paragraphs - TYPED

Statement that explains your philosophy as a teacher of voice:
1.  Age of student
2. your academic preparation, musical expertise, performance experiences
3. do you plan to teach future professional musicians, hobbyists,
4. health and care of the voice
5. personal information regarding the voice?

extra credit opportunities

Here is a list of upcoming concerts - all are free

Wed Apr 22  Kennedy 114 2pm  Voice Recital Dr. Hall from AASU

Sun Apr 27 New Student Union Ballroom 6pm   SSU Concert Band

Thurs May 1  Kennedy 114  6pm Senior Voice Recital Chelsea Solomon

Sunday May 4 3:00pm St. Paul's Episcopal Church Abercorn St.  SSU Concert Choir

Please feel free to attend any or all - but remember to write a one page paper in order to get the extra credit.

extra credit tonight

TONIGHT from 6-8pm in the New Student Union.  Author Sam Bracken will share his life history of overcoming obstacles.  From homelessness, poverty, drug abuse to a full football scholarship only to get injured.

This event is free and open to all SSU students. 

If you would like extra credit, attend and write a one page paper.