Small Group Singing Lessons: Royal Conservatory of Music Level 3
In this year long class (Fall - Spring), students will prepare songs, musicianship and sight reading for the Level 3 RCM exam
Sarah Schroeder, MM Voice Teacher
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What's included
32 live meetings
29 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Review of exercises, songs and acting exercises.Assessment
Students are casually assessed on a weekly basis.Class Experience
Intermediate Level
ABOUT THE ROYAL CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC CERTIFICATE PROGRAM The Royal Conservatory Certificate Program is a comprehensive system of music study and assessment from Elementary through to Advanced levels. In many countries, it is considered the gold standard for developing high-calibre musical literacy. Examinations (online and in person options) are available to students beginning at the Preparatory Level and evaluate the performance of repertoire, aural skills and sight singing. Successfully completing exams builds confidence and offers students the opportunity to celebrate achievements. BENEFITS OF THE RCM CERTIFICATE PROGRAM Build self-confidence Cultivate an enjoyment of learning music An appreciate for song of various periods of music including foreign language songs (no experience in foreign languages is needed) Encourage goal setting Students who chose to complete an exam are provided with a national standard for students to track their progress. Promote well-rounded musical training In this Level 2 course, singers will work towards preparing to take the Royal Conservatory of Music Certificate program (Level Two) online exam. If a student wishes to complete an exam, the would register with RCM to take it near the completion date of this course. Taking the exam is optional and students should register for the exam directly with the Royal Conservatory of Music. WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT -9 Songs from the Royal Conservatory of Music preparatory level book including one in Italian and one in German. -5 technical exercises -Intervals and chords -Level 2 sight singing -Level 2 acting techniques -Students enrolled in the class will receive a 1:1 minute practice exam scheduled in the last two weeks of class. Feedback and suggestions will be given based on 3 songs and 5 technical exercises performed to help students prepare for their exam. This individual session will also be offered to students not taking the exam. WHAT TOPICS ARE COVERED -Repertoire (including a foreign language selection) -Vocal Technique -Ear Training -Identifying and singing the major and minor 3rd intervals -Identifying major and minor triads -Level Two rhythm and sight reading -RCM Exam preparation CLASS STRUCTURE Each class will cover an element of vocal technique, acting, ear training or sight reading and performance. Students will have multiple opportunities during every class to demonstrate what they have learned and receive feedback or corrections. We will focus on specific songs on specific weeks but also revisit songs throughout the course as needed. SAMPLE CLASS -Vocal Warmup -Vocal technique concepts and assessment -Acting concepts -Vocal music reading concepts -3 minute bathroom break -repertoire lesson -vocal assessment HOMEWORK In order to ensure consistent progress, students will be given multiple ways to practice throughout the course. Students should plan to devote a minimum of 15 minutes per day to assigned activities each week. Activities will vary and will include both singing and non singing assignments. Students will also be expected to complete a short theory assignment most weeks. HOW I TEACH Students are encouraged to explore concepts in easy and fun ways to both enjoy the learning process, cultivate confidence, and enjoy singing. Students are encourage to participate in a nurturing a positive class environment. Aural, written and kinesthetic concepts are the most widely used ways that concepts are presented and practiced in class. TEACHING STYLE Classes are structured so that students know what to expect. Students are encouraged but not required to demonstrate their skills throughout every single class. LEARNER INTERACTION Students will have the opportunity to interact with each other and give positive feedback throughout class. REQURED EXPERINCE -Small Group Singing Lessons: Royal Conservatory of Music Level 1 is strongly recommended. To learn more about the RCM program, visit: https://www.rcmusic.com/learning/about-the-royal-conservatory-certificate-program
Learning Goals
Students will prepare to take the RCM level 3 examImprove singing ability
Syllabus
32 Lessons
over 32 WeeksLesson 1:
Intro to Level 3
Introduction to elements of level 3 and practice 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Italian Night #1
Cara mamma, Italian Phrases, Acting 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Italian Night #2
Cara mamma, Italian Phrases, Acting 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Italian Night #3
Cara mamma, Italian Phrases, Acting 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
RCM Level 2 or equivalent (1-3 years of voice lessons)
Supply List
Royal Conservatory of Music Voice Repertoire Book, Level 3
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Belmont University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Samford University
Sarah has been teaching private and group voice lessons for 20 years and is a Royal Conservatory of Music Elementary Certified Voice Instructor. She holds a Master of Music in Vocal Pedagogy and Performance and a Bachelor of Music in Performance.
Prior to teaching in Chicago, Sarah taught undergraduate voice at Belmont University working with CCM (contemporary commercial musicians), Bluegrass and Country singers, and was the head of the voice department at the Metropolis Performing Arts School in Arlington Heights.
Sarah’s students include singers of all ages and levels from beginners to touring members of Broadway In Chicago musicals, as well as commercial and recording artist. Her students have performed at The Goodman Theater, Second City, and as leads in musicals and operettas in the greater Chicagoland area. Sarah has prepared high school students who have auditioned for and been accepted to nationally recognized performing arts schools and conservatories for both classical voice and musical theater.
For eight years, Sarah was a teaching artist with The Lyric Opera of Chicago's OperaKids! program. This year long residency in Chicago public schools focuses on integrating opera into age appropriate curriculum. During this program, Sarah produced and directed an opera written by the students during this residency, as well as Stone Soup, an opera commissioned by the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
As an instructor of musical theater, Sarah co-founded two training programs: The Chicago Broadway Studio, an avenue for training young singing actors, and The Broadway Vocal Arts Summer Intensive Program for college students.
A member of the National Association for Teachers of Singing, Sarah served on the board for six years as co-chair for the Musical Theater competition and as an adjudicator for both musical theater and classical competitions. She was awarded a National Association for Teachers of Singing Independent Teacher Fellowship in 2011.
Sarah has also been trained as a Level II Singing Voice Specialist (SVS). As a SVS, she is skilled in singing voice therapy principles and planning, techniques for singing behavior change, and principles in therapeutic songs, and holistic methods for preventing vocal re-injury. In addition to singing training, Sarah has also studied human anatomy and physiology to fully understand how our muscles function and the breathing process during the singing.Reviews
Live Group Course
$1,777
for 32 classes1x per week, 32 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
4-6 learners per class
