The Voice Training Course 4101-3SEMIO
The class topics include the following:
- Introduction to the human voice
- Voice emission basics: mind , body, breath and voice
- Tension and relaxation of the body – exercises to understand the difference in vocal production
- Breathing mechanisms - exercises to develop the right breathing habits
- Being understood clearly – group and individual articulation exercises
- Speaking (or how to speak) to influence and inspire the class - group and individual exercises
- Controlling stress and emotions during public speaking - group and individual exercises
- Voice hygiene
Type of course
Learning outcomes
After the course all students should have the ability to communicate effectively, speak with confidence and develop vocal skills for class management.
Upon completing the course with a pass, students will be able to:
- Understand the mechanism of mind, body, breath and voice
- Develop good diaphragmatic breathing habits
- Recognise the difference between tension and relaxation in voice production
- Use emphasis and resonance as tools for powerful sound
- Explore volume and speed of speech
- Voice emission basics: mind , body, breath and voice
- Tension and relaxation of the body – exercises to understand the difference in vocal production
- Breathing mechanisms - exercises to develop the right breathing habits
- Being understood clearly – group and individual articulation exercises
- Speaking (or how to speak) to influence and inspire the class - group and individual exercises
- Controlling stress and emotions during public speaking - group and individual exercises
- Voice hygiene
- Work with vowels and consonants to bring the language
Assessment criteria
Class participation and activities will be evaluated
Bibliography
Rodenburg, Patsy (2015), The Right to Speak: Working with the Voice, Publisher: Routledge; Reissue edition
Linklater, Kristin (2006). Freeing the Natural Voice: Imagery and Art in the Practice of Voice and Language.Drama Publishers/Quite Specific Media; Rev Exp edition:London
Settelen,Peter (1995), Just talk to me..from Private Voice to Public Speaker. Thorsons An Imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, London
Additional information
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