Maricopa Community Colleges  MUP154AA   20024-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 05/28/02
MUP154AA 20024-99999 L+L 1 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Jazz Vocal Ensemble
Practical and performing experience in vocal jazz. Includes music from the 1920's through the present. Prerequisites: Auditions required or permission of instructor.
 
Course Note:May be repeated for up to three (3) credits.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
MUP154AA   20024-99999 Jazz Vocal Ensemble
1. Interpret and perform a varied repertoire of jazz music. (I- VI)
2. Use correct vocal placements including chest voice and head voice. (I)
3. Explain and demonstrate the appropriate use of the mixed voice. (I)
4. Use deep, supportive breathing technique to sustain the integrity of the vocal phrase. (II)
5. Use appropriate articulation and diction. (III)
6. Use sight-reading skills. (IV)
7. Use simple movements, blocking and choreography to enhance a choral performance. (V)
8. Memorize a variety of assigned vocal jazz works. (VI)
9. Demonstrate the commitment and responsibilities required of a performer within a vocal ensemble. (I-VI)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
MUP154AA   20024-99999 Jazz Vocal Ensemble
    I. Vocal Style
        A. Chest, mixed and head voices
        B. Vowel placement/coloration
        C. Blend
      II. Breathing
          A. Deep, supportive breathing
          B. Integrity of the vocal phrase
        III. Diction/Articulation
            A. Open/closed vowels
            B. Diphthongs
            C. Voiced/unvoiced consonants
          IV. Sight-Reading Components
              A. Meter
              B. Key
              C. Intervals
              D. Rhythms
            V. Movement/Blocking
                A. Group synchronization
                B. Individual articulate movement
                C. Facial/body energy
              VI. Skills for Choral Performance
                  A. Blending vocally with other singers
                  B. Interpreting music to maintain integrity of period and style
                  C. Maintaining mental and behavioral focus
                  D. Communicating with the audience
                  E. Developing self-discipline
                    1. Rehearsals
                    2. Performance
                  F. Controlling stage anxiety
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