Chabot College
September 1994
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Music 39
MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP
Catalog Description:
39 - Musical Theatre Workshop
1 unit
Training in performance skills for musical theatre with emphasis on vocal production, technique, and
style. Corequisite: Drama 39. 2 hours
Expected Outcome for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should:
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have the ability to stage and perform a musical theatre scene and song with a partner;
have the ability to stage and perform a musical theatre solo;
have the ability to perform successfully in a group musical theatre number;
have an understanding of musical theatre as a unique art form.
Course Content:
1. Exercises, workshops, performing experiences in singing the various styles and techniques in
staging and acting in musical scenes and musical numbers.
a. Ensemble musical numbers
b. Duets
c. Solos
2. Study of musical theatre as an art form, including analysis of its individual and collaborative parts-music, lyrics, libretto, acting, choreography, vocal production, etc.
Methods of Presentation:
1. Workshops and demonstration on musical theatre style and vocal production
2. Preparation, rehearsal, an in-class performance of musical theatre ensemble numbers, scenes
and solos
3. Technique in vocal production and style and evaluation of individual and group work
4. Video feedback through taping of scenes and numbers
Evaluation of Student Progress:
1. Feedback and coaching by the instructor
2. Feedback and evaluation by the class of performed work
3. Self evaluation through viewing of video tapes of performed work. Grading is based on
attendance and participation, amount of improvement seen throughout the quarter, the spirit of
involvement in the class, and grades given on prepared performance work.
Textbook(s) Typical:
The Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology, Hal Leonard Publishing Corp. Available in five volumes:
a. Soprano
b. Mezzo-soprano/alto
c. Tenor
d. Baritone/bass
e. Duets
Special Student Materials: None
JH:kh Mus39.50
Revised: 9/27/94