MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

MUP154AA  2002 Summer I – 2009 Spring

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)

MCCCD Official Course Outline:

MUP154AA  2002 Summer I – 2009 Spring

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