20805271Wolfpack Choir 2
Course Information
Description
Wolfpack Choir 2 is open to all singers interested in singing in a mixed chamber choir. The ensemble rehearses twice a week focusing on music rehearsal skills, stage presence and performance skills. Provides an opportunity to participate in learning and performing accompanied and a cappella choral music. Offered in the spring semester. No audition necessary.
Total Credits
1
Course Competencies
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Perform a variety of styles of advanced-level choral musicAssessment StrategiesEnsemble rehearsals, individual practice assignments, public ensemble concertsCriteriaPrepare to sing before a rehearsal beginsPrepare to sing before a performance beginsParticipate in ensemble warm-up activitiesParticipate in ensemble tuningListen attentively during rehearsalPerform melodies accurately as assignedPerform rhythms accurately as assignedPerform with appropriate articulationPerform with effective volume level to achieve ensemble balancePerform with effective tone qualityPerform with correct vocal intonationPerform with effective body alignment and posture for singingPerform assigned parts with othersPerform solos as assignedRespond to the conductor’s verbal instructionsRespond to the conductor’s non-verbal conducting gesturesMake appropriate comments to other members of your sectionRespond appropriately to the comments of your colleagues
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Demonstrate vocal techniqueAssessment StrategiesVocal performance assessments, public ensemble concertCriteriaAccurately perform notated pitchesAccurately perform notated rhythmsAccurately perform notated dynamicsAccurately perform indicated articulationsAccurately interpret musical symbols in performancePerform with principles of healthy voice productionPerform with prescribed breathing techniques for singingPerform with appropriate tone productionPerform with clear singing dictionPerform with prescribed resonancePerform with effective phrasingPerform with effective body alignment and posture for singing
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Perform choral repertoire in ensembleAssessment StrategiesEnsemble rehearsals, public ensemble concertsCriteriaPrepare to sing before a rehearsal or performance beginsParticipate in ensemble warm-up activitiesParticipate in ensemble tuningListen attentively during rehearsalPerform melodies accurately as assignedPerform rhythms accurately as assignedPerform with effective articulationPerform with effective volume level to achieve ensemble balancePerform with effective tone qualityPerform with correct vocal intonationPerform with effective body alignment and posture for singingPerform assigned parts with othersPerform solos as assignedRespond to the conductor’s verbal instructionsRespond to the conductor’s non-verbal conducting gesturesMake appropriate comments to other members of your sectionRespond appropriately to the comments of your colleagues