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You Sing, Youtube: A Hands-On Approach To Using Youtube In The Performance Curriculum, Elisa Fraser Wilson
You Sing, Youtube: A Hands-On Approach To Using Youtube In The Performance Curriculum, Elisa Fraser Wilson
Elisa Fraser Wilson
In September 2007, the University of Texas at El Paso Music Theatre Company embarked on a voyage of on-line discovery: how to utilize YouTube as a tool for self-and peer critique and outside professional review. Music Theatre Company is the Department of Music’s opera/music theatre skills development workshop and production company, presenting two to three scenes and/or full-scale productions each year. As such, its curriculum has traditionally revolved around the preparation and in-class coaching of songs, arias, and scenes, with public concert or production outcomes. The recent addition of a required textbook has added a necessary written assignment component; however, …
Vocal Jazz In The Choral Curriculum, Elisa Fraser Wilson
Vocal Jazz In The Choral Curriculum, Elisa Fraser Wilson
Elisa Fraser Wilson
Dr. Wilson presented a seminar on vocal jazz repertoire and rehearsal techniques for YISD choral music educators. In particular, the session focused on making vocal jazz accessible to teachers unfamiliar with the genre.
Process Vs. Product: Fostering Student Success, Elisa Fraser Wilson
Process Vs. Product: Fostering Student Success, Elisa Fraser Wilson
Elisa Fraser Wilson
Dr. Wilson presented a seminar on student success to fine arts teachers from the El Paso Independent School District. Topics included what judges look for at choral, sightreading, and solo/ensemble contests, as well as the value of vocal jazz as a recruitment tool and choral program builder, and tips for success in the choral rehearsal.