Vocal Literature Survey

(1 Credit Hour) · Undergraduate

A broad survey of the solo vocal repertoire in the Western classical tradition. Topics may include art song, opera, oratorio, and other vocal genres across historical periods, national traditions, and stylistic movements, with attention to text-music relationships, performance practice, and the development of the singing voice as a vehicle for artistic expression. Course content is organized at the instructor's discretion by historical period, style, topic, or a combination thereof.