This course allows students, working at their own experience level, to analyze, rehearse and perform songs from the canon of dramatic musical theater. Using anything from lyrical arias to power ballads, we will approach lyrics and accompanying music as keys to creating character. We will investigate the “want” that drives a song. An accompanist will be in class for warm-ups, rehearsal and presentations. Students will find songs that suit their voices and challenges that they are looking for. Students will explore and present research on the voice, and will perform in a final celebratory showing. No singing experience necessary.
Distribution Area: LA
Prerequisites and Restrictions
Application required. Please apply using the form below.
Students should have taken acting, performance or singing classes at Princeton, or will show previous comparable acting or singing experience such as previous acting roles, singing lessons, or other drama or musical performance. Videos or recordings of lessons, rehearsals or performances as part of the application are welcome, but not mandatory. Applicants may also be interviewed by the instructor.
Course Application
Students who apply by the end of day on Sunday, December 1, will hear about enrollment on Monday, December 2. Applications received after December 1 will be considered if space remains available or opens up in the class.
Applications are no longer being accepted.
