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Develop specialist singing techniques for musical theatre repertoire

Develop specialist singing techniques for musical theatre repertoire

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAVOS402
State Code
WI228
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
15/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/09/2014
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
30/09/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to develop expertise in singing styles associated with American, British and Australian musical theatre repertoire.At this level supervision and guidance are provided during practice sessions but individuals are expected to work independently on experimenting with ways to convey storylines and characters by integrating vocal and movement skills typical of specific musical theatre genres.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop warm-up techniques
  • 1.1 In consultation with appropriate personnel, analyse aspects of the human voice, especially those relevant to performers
  • 1.2 Analyse physical problems that can limit movement and physical expression, or cause injury
  • 1.3 In consultation with appropriate personnel, discuss ways to avoid physical and vocal problems and strategies for addressing problems if they arise
  • 1.4 Perform vocal and physical warm-up procedures in preparation for performance activities
  • 1.5 Strengthen and expand vocal and physical technique through regular exercises
2. Develop expertise in selected musical theatre repertoire
  • 2.1 In a learning environment listen to and discuss singing techniques associated with major musical theatre genres
  • 2.2 Experiment with register and dynamics to sing in a Broadway belting style
  • 2.3 Experiment with mixing head and chest register when singing to express a range of emotions associated with song storylines
  • 2.4 Experiment with singing techniques associated with songs from British and Australian musical theatre repertoire
  • 2.5 Use body movements, gestures and facial expressions to add depth to the interpretation of songs in line with musical theatre genre
  • 2.6 Practise songs from American, British and Australian musical theatre repertoire in preparation for auditions
3. Maintain expertise
  • 3.1 Practise and refine singing techniques relevant to musical theatre
  • 3.2 Maintain and update knowledge of musical theatre terminology and trends
  • 3.3 Use feedback from others to identify and develop ways to improve own singing skills
  • 3.4 Regularly view performances by industry practitioners as a way of sourcing new ideas, identifying trends, maintaining motivation, and improving own technique
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODI98 CUAVOS412 Develop specialist singing techniques for musical theatre repertoire Unit of competency