Vocal Approach to Improv, The (Ineke van Doorn)
Module code
M-JP-MINVI
Curricular domain
Profile, extension and depth: Practical Classes
Credits
7
Group size
1
Number of course weeks
Flexible, in person lessons will be alternated with short online meetings
Class duration
Flexible, in person lessons will be alternated with short online meetings
Total contact hours
10 hours
Study load
186 hours
Form / content / level
Prerequisites
To be able to select this minor, the student must have mastered an instrument or singing to a certain level. The norm is the preparatory course entrance level. You can choose no more than one Individual Minor per year. The elective Vocal Improvisation – a vocal approach counts as a minor. This subject can only be followed on-campus.
Competencies
Aims
Developing improvisational skills with the voice giving new musical inspiration for development.
Relation to other modules
Related to the main subject modules.
Content
This minor gives you the opportunity to develop your vocal improvisation skills.
Vocal improvisation is not only great fun, but also enhances your creative and musical skills, which is also beneficial for singers who do not plan to improvise on stage. In this course you will explore the necessary musical, creative and technical skills to develop your own personal voice in vocal improvisation. The content depends on the student's needs and may also vary stylistically. Topics may include sound and syllables, vocal technique, vocal effects, timing, phrasing, harmonic content, storytelling and free improvisation. Special emphasis will be placed on practicing vocal improvisation. This minor consists of individual lessons and works from the student's level.
Mode(s) of instruction
Individual classes. If the student wishes so, the classes can be combined with other students who follow this vocal minor.
Material & Tools
n/a
Student activity
n/a
Examination and assessment
Mode(s) of assessment
Assessment by the instructor at the end of the module.
Criteria
Students should have mastered the elements described under Contents.
Pass requirements
The student has completed this module if being awarded a minimum grade of 5.5 at the end of the module.
Examination procedure
Students are assessed at the end of the module. This assessments comprise evaluations of students' performance during the lessons and, if applicable, public performances.
Resit options
Module summary
Depending on the student’s entrance level and personal goals, the minor classes emphasize either training skills or musical development.