Solo Singing: Advanced

About this course

Participants present own-choice classical repertoire, selected with tutor advice or approval, in regular individual masterclass sessions. Tutor guidance and peer feedback are used to examine interpretation and vocal technique. Group work includes vocal exercises and technical exploration of posture, breathing and resonance. The course addresses repertoire suitability for the singer’s voice, communicating expression through healthy technique, the emotional and psychological narrative of a piece, and collaborative work with a pianist. Singers introduce their pieces and provide translations where needed, performing different repertoire at least every other week.

What you'll learn

• Assess the suitability of classical repertoire for their voice
• Apply healthy vocal technique, including posture, breathing and resonance, to expressive singing
• Interpret the emotional and psychological narrative of a song
• Work collaboratively with a pianist
• Develop practical solo performance skills through regular repertoire presentation

Is this course right for you?

This course is intended for advanced classical singers developing beyond fundamental vocal technique. Entry requires at least three years of classical vocal training, along with the ability to sing in tune, maintain pulse and rhythm, and read musical notation. Participants need to be willing to perform solo repertoire in front of the group and tutor.

• Requires at least three years of classical vocal training
• Involves regular solo performances for peers and the tutor
• Requires an understanding of musical notation, pulse and rhythm
• Includes presenting repertoire in at least two foreign languages

Before you go

• Bring three copies of each chosen song: one for the tutor, one for the accompanist and one for personal use.
• A recording device, notepad or pen may be brought for taking notes on progress and goals.
• Repertoire is selected with the tutor or requires tutor approval.
• Each performance should include a short introduction to the piece and a translation where necessary.