Course detail

Theory and practice of vocal expression 1

FaVU-1TaPVPAcad. year: 2024/2025

The course introduces students to the subject matter via individual and practical exercises and overcoming obstacles in learning new and repeating repertoire already rehearsed. After the initial vocal exercises and singing exercises, the study of repertoire is followed by a study of the repertoire based on confronting the notated material available to all singers with the real sound sounding around them. In the first stage, the singers repeat the rhythms and melodies played on the piano, later they add lyrics and phrasing and sing the pieces without instrumental support according to the instructions of the choirmaster. Subsequently, they perceive the surrounding voices and learn to interpret the piece according to the principles of each style period. 

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

3

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Mgr. et Mgr. Jan Ocetek, Ph.D.

Department

Department of Audiovisual Technology (KAT)

Entry knowledge

None.

Rules for evaluation and completion of the course

The following conditions are set for the award of credit:
- active participation in the examinations (75% participation)
- participation in concerts and performances at BUT events, in the cultural environment of Brno, at festivals and competitions at home and abroad 
Classes take place in the auditorium of FA Poříčí 5, twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays 6-9 pm. The minimum attendance required for credit is 75%. 

Aims

The aim of the course is to introduce students to the issue of choral singing as an option and a simple alternative to sung vocal expression. After demonstrating the basic prerequisites - a musical ear, the fundamentals of vocal expression - the students will learn how to work with their voice and how to fit into a singing ensemble that focuses on a broad choral repertoire. They can then showcase their performances at concerts and performances at BUT events as well as in the Brno cultural environment, at festivals and competitions at home and abroad.  
Graduates of the theory and practice of vocal expression - choral singing - leave with a rehearsed repertoire and a deepened ability to work with their voice. If they remain interested, they can continue singing in the choir after graduation or join another ensemble.  

Study aids

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Not applicable.

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme VUM_B Bachelor's 4 year of study, winter semester, elective

Type of course unit

 

Exercise

78 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Mgr. et Mgr. Jan Ocetek, Ph.D.

Syllabus

During the semester, the choir will study works and compositions that will be performed at arranged cultural social and other events according to the needs of the school or external organizers of cultural events. Performances at graduation ceremonies, the Christmas concert and one-off occasions are traditional. The choir also cooperates with the JAMU Brno on graduation and annual concerts of students of choral conducting and conducting.