VOCAL DEVELOPMENT
I have developed vocal methodology that result in a practical practice to improve vocal production. This method is derived from my 40 year practice and study of the human voice as both an actor and a singer.
During the course participants will learn a series of exercises that will supply them with tools to improve all aspects of vocal production: breath, vocal placement, resonance, agility and colour. These techniques aid in strengthening the voice and increasing dynamic range.
OBJECTIVES
- Identify proper alignment and release muscular tension.
- Increase capacity for breath control and connect the breath to sound and volume.
- Increase resonance and range.
- Increase the ability to colour the voice for different styles of song or characters.
- Develop focused placement of tone.
- Increase the ability to move through the passaggio, or vocal breaks.
- Increase agility and enhance portamento, staccato, legato, diminuendo.
- Develop ear training, harmony and improvisational skills.
This series may be completed in three days, or with more detail and individual attention over the course of a week. Up to 12 participants. The series may be enhanced by adding one on one coaching of prepared pieces. An additional 30 minutes would be added for each participant. For groups larger than 12, the series may still be demonstrated and shared, but with far less individual guidance during the practice.
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT AND TEXT ANALYSIS
During this course participants will learn useful techniques to analyze and interpret dramatic and tools and methods for character development. We will explore 5 act structure, Rudolph Laban, Patsy Rodenburg, Utah Hagen, demographic mapping, objective and super objective, character psyche, creating a back story, verbing and tactics, event mapping, obstacles, conflicts, unit breakdown and more.
OBJECTIVES
- Understand the structure and characters of the text.
- Utilize methods to explore sound and physical characterization.
- Map events and emotional transformations.
- Create backstory and the environment of the play.
- Utilize acting techniques to bring the text to life.
This series may be completed in a 3 hour lecture, with student participation over three days, or with more detail and individual attention over the course of a week. Up to 12 participants. The course may be enhanced by adding one on one coaching of prepared monologies, songs or scenes. An additional 30 minutes would be added for each participant.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions about these courses or to enquire about scheduling and fees.
e.stepkowski.tarhan@gmail.com