MS Music Guide

CONCEPTS:

VOCABULARY:

SKILLS:

-Diaphragmatic breathing & phonation process -Space and shape of vowels -Vowel modifications -Registers and resonating chambers -Connections between vowel, placement, & intonation -Flow Phonation -Vocal health considerations

-Physiology (larynx, vocal folds, vocal tract, soft palate, resonating chambers, lungs, diaphragm, intercostal muscles, abdominal muscles, skeletal structure, occipital joint, etc.) -Vowels, di/triphthong, consonants, voiced, unvoiced -Register, head, chest, mix, falsetto, dark, bright, chiaroscuro, heavy, light -Onset, release, appoggio, glottal stroke

-Describe vocal physiology & function -Balanced posture -Relaxed inhalation -Clear and beautiful vowels & diction -Balanced & supported singing in a variety of ranges and placements -Evaluate & suggest improvements

EXAMPLE LESSONS, ASSESSMENTS, and OTHER RESOURCES

Video: Vocal Cords Up Close While Singing (Choral piece - shows SATB) Model: Functional Larynx Model (amazon link) Model: Lung Function Model (amazon link) Rubric: UHSAA Large Choir Festival Adjudication Form Rubric: UHSAA Solo Festival Adjudication Form

WISR CONNECTIONS:

Writing, Inquiry, Speaking, Listening, Reading, Viewing

Level 1 STANDARDS:

● Standard L1.MC.P.3: Sing with an appropriate tone over an appropriate range with consideration of the following skills in combination: a. Vowels and diction - b. Intonation - c. Placement - d. Correct breathing and singing posture - e. Vocal physiology and vocal care - f. Flow phonation ● Standard L1.MC.P.6: Demonstrate productive rehearsal habits, both as an individual and as an ensemble member.