Unit of competency Outline
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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
CUAVOS412
CUAVOS412
State Code
ODI98
ODI98
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
100103 - Drama And Theatre Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop expertise in singing styles associated with American, British and Australian musical theatre repertoire.The unit applies to those who as performers draw on a variety of singing styles and techniques within musical theatre. The process includes supervision during practice sessions, but individuals are also expected to work independently on experimenting with ways to convey storylines and characters, 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 and cool-down techniques
- 1.1 Analyse aspects of the human voice required for musical theatre performances in consultation with required personnel
- 1.2 Analyse physical problems that can limit movement and physical expression, or cause injury
- 1.3 Discuss with required personnel prevention strategies for avoiding physical and vocal problems
- 1.4 Perform vocal and physical warm-up and cool-down procedures in preparation for performance activities
2. Develop expertise in selected musical theatre repertoire
- 2.1 Listen to and discuss singing techniques associated with major musical theatre genres
- 2.2 Develop register and dynamics to sing in a Broadway belting style
- 2.3 Practice expressing different emotions associated with song storylines by mixing head and chest register when singing
- 2.4 Identify and develop singing techniques associated with songs from British, American and Australian musical theatre repertoire
- 2.5 Practice adding depth to the interpretation of songs within musical theatre genres using body movements, gesture and facial expressions
- 2.6 Practise songs from American, British and Australian musical theatre repertoire in preparation for auditions
3. Review and further expertise
- 3.1 Develop personal practice plan for singing techniques required for musical theatre
- 3.2 Identify sources that can be used to build knowledge of musical theatre terminology and trends
- 3.3 Identify and develop ways to improve own singing skills using feedback form required personnel
- 3.4 Attend performances by industry practitioners and identify new ideas, techniques and trends that can be applied to own musical theatre practice
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WI228 | CUAVOS402 | Develop specialist singing techniques for musical theatre repertoire | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGT3 | CUA40520 | Certificate IV in Musical Theatre | Qualification |
| BGV4 | CUA50220 | Diploma of Musical Theatre | Qualification |