Advanced Vocal Improvisation Techniques: Mixed Contemporary Styles

PSVC-426

An advanced-level improvisation course for vocalists specializing in R&B, gospel, and other contemporary music styles. This course is designed to improve improvisation skills through application of ear training and harmonic concepts including intervals, scales, and chord patterns. Students study standard vocabulary used in contemporary music idioms, including prescribed melodic patterns and rhythmic grooves played by instrumentalists. They also transcribe a variety of solos, and write original solo assignments.

Credits
2
Prerequisites
HR-212 or PSVC-323
Required Of
Voice principal PERF majors
Electable By
All B.M. and P.D. students
Major Elective for
Performance
Semesters Offered
Fall, Spring, Summer
Location
Boston
Department
VOICE
Course Chair
Anne Peckham
Taught By
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