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MUS. 206 –  Contemporary Singing Styles (CRN: 48774) at  Skyline College for Spring 2025

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MUS. 206 Contemporary Singing Styles: History, Theory, and Practice

An introduction to the broad spectrum of contemporary singing styles from diverse cultures with a focus on historical context, performance practice, and applied vocal technique. Students will learn a vocal technique based on scientific research of the vocal tract anatomy that enables the production of a wide variety of vocal qualities without aesthetic bias. In addition, students will develop critical thinking skills through analysis of cultural and historical contexts that influenced the evolution of specific singing styles and genres. Concert attendance may be required.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 40-45
  • Lab hours/semester: 24-27
  • Homework hours/semester: 80-90
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area 5b; Area 9C1
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area C1)

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Department: Music

Number of Units: 3


Section
HA - Lecture and/or Discussion
Meeting Date: 01/15-05/14
Meeting Time: 2:00pm-3:20pm
Days: W
Building: 01 Room: 1111
Instructor: Michelle Hawkins
HA - Laboratory/Studio/Activity
Meeting Date: 01/15-05/14
Meeting Time: 3:30pm-4:50pm
Days: W
Building: 01 Room: 1111
Instructor: Michelle Hawkins
HA - Online
Meeting Date: 01/15-05/14
Meeting Time:
Days:
Building:  Virtual Room:  Remote
Instructor: Michelle Hawkins
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W" February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W" April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option May 14, 2025
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