24 courses with the subject VX, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
3 hrs weekly/0.5 credits Chamber Choir is a select ensemble dedicated to the preparation and presentation of choral performances at the highest artistic level. Through the study and performance of diverse repertoire, students develop advanced musicianship, vocal ensemble C ourse De scrip tions 153
3hrs weekly/0.5 credit per semester A supportive forum for first-year undergraduate voice majors focusing on foundational work in interpretation, stagecraft and professional skills. Students showcase their talents in a recital or concer at the end of each semester. Offered concurrently with VX0200. 168 C ourse De scrip tions PT0101/PT2101 Fundamentals of
2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Fall semester A survey through performance and discussion of the origins and development of the art song in the British Isles.
2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Spring semester A survey through performance and discussion of the origins and development of the art song in the United States, plus non-American song in English.
2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Fall semester A survey through performance and discussion of the origins and development of the German art song in Germany and Austria. 3rd year students.
2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Spring semester A survey through performance and discussion of the origins and development of the art song in France. Third-year students.
2 hours weekly/1 credit per semester A basic movement class designed for students of many different skill and experience levels.
for Singers 2 hours weekly/1 credit per semester Builds upon the skills acquired in Movement for Singers requiring students to develop their own warm-up and to move with others. It also continues the process of remembering repeated exercises to prepare them to retain staging and choreography in rehearsals. Students learn movement styles from different periods including baroque, classical, romantic, and twentieth century. of the Instructor. C ourse De scrip tions 169
2 hrs weekly/2 credits per semester A detailed study of how to prepare Italian recitative from Handel thru Verdi, both secco and accompagnato. The process begins with dramatically reading the text in the singers’ native language, then in English (if their native language is not English) then in Italian using Nico Castel's books as a primary source for translation and IPA. Once the Italian is authentic, we work on how to be expressive in the language, paying attention to word stress and the variety of ways one can sing a recitative in terms of tempo, color, rubato, appoggiatura, and how to interpret the composer's intentions regarding rhythm.
2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Fall semester Vocal Wellness & Physiology will provide graduate vocal arts students an opportunity to explore the anatomy, physiology, acoustical and classifications of the human voice, become acquainted with current practices and research in the field of wellness related to singing, vocal science, somatic education and technology to support vocal health. C ourse De scrip tions 171
2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Spring semester Vocal Pedagogy provides graduate voice students with structured experience in observing and teaching one-to-one lessons. Through a supervised practicum, students receive instructor and peer feedback, observe master teachers from the MSM Voice Faculty, and build foundational skills in student-centered vocal instruction. The course also introduces principles of private studio development and professional growth. Class discussion, teaching non– voice majors in and out of class, weekly assignments, and a final paper help students synthesize insights from readings, teaching experiences, faculty observations, and peer learning. Required readings, assignments, and quizzes support each developing pedagogue’s progress. or permission of the instructor
3 hrs weekly/0.5 credits Chamber Choir is a select ensemble dedicated to the preparation and presentation of choral performances at the highest artistic level. Through the study and performance of diverse repertoire, students develop advanced musicianship, vocal ensemble 154 C ourse De scrip tions skills, collaborative artistry, and professional rehearsal practices. Emphasis is placed on musical independence, artistic excellence, leadership, effective communication, and responsibility to the ensemble. Repertoire and performance opportunities vary each semester, providing students with progressive artistic challenges and opportunities for growth. The course prepares students for participation in professional vocal ensembles and other collaborative musical environments while fostering lifelong engagement with choral music and artistic leadership.
and Pianists 2 hrs weekly/2 credits/Spring semester This class covers French song repertoire from the beginning of the mÈlodie to modern times. The pieces will be assigned with care for each singer's voice type and sensitivity. The poetry is given as much attention as the music as an intrinsic part of the composition. The singer and pianists work as a team and the material will be coached by the instructor in a masterclass setting that includes class discussion. Also listed as PN2701.
2 hrs weekly/2 credits per semester Advanced Acting is a lab in which we practice working with various tools to hone dramatic technique and role preparation. This class is not music-oriented. The repertoire for class will be taken from play texts, scenarios, and poetry. Over the course of the year, the class will focus on Action and Circumstances (Chekhov and Ibsen), heightened language and scene work (Ibsen & Shakespeare), and physical choices. Open to graduate voice students, composers and collaborative pianists. WW1151-1152 Undergraduate
1 hr weekly/4 credits per semester
1 hr weekly/5 credits per semester
Source: Manhattan School of Music's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
