MUTH 320 Song Interpretation Units: 3.00
Preparation and examination of selected Lieder, music theatre, and/or opera aria repertoire in duo form for singers and pianists. Aspects of interpretation and execution of each performance will be discussed by instructors, with additional input from class participants.
NOTE A previous course in keyboard accompaniment or fluency in sight-reading is highly recommended for pianists taking this course.
NOTE A previous course in keyboard accompaniment or fluency in sight-reading is highly recommended for pianists taking this course.
Learning Hours: 108 (36 Group Learning, 72 Private Study)
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Science
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Develop fluency in singing in multiple languages.
- Expand awareness of the collaborative aspect of voice/piano duo repertoire.
- Expand knowledge of lieder, opera aria and musical theatre repertoire from the Baroque to Contemporary eras.
- Gain deeper insight into interpretation through weekly collaborative preparation.
- Gain experience in rehearsal techniques for concert preparation.
- Gain insight from critical analysis of performance through feedback from both peers and instructors.
- Increase awareness of differing historical styles.
- Increase research and listening skills through comparative study of varying artist interpretations.
- Learn how to offer criticism constructively.