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Vocal Hygiene For Musical Theatre Performers, Anne M. Koziara, Dr. Ron Scherer
Vocal Hygiene For Musical Theatre Performers, Anne M. Koziara, Dr. Ron Scherer
Honors Projects
There have been numerous “do’s - and - don’t’s” vocal hygiene pamphlets made for voice users, however, a guide for vocal hygiene for musical theatre performers is not typically included in these pamphlets. Musical theatre performers differ from other professional voice users, because in addition to singing, they also have the taxing responsibilities of acting and dancing. As a result, many musical theatre performers have questions and often seem confused about what proper vocal hygiene should be for them. The goal of this honors project was to create an advisory brochure on vocal hygiene specifically for musical theatre performers. This …
Repeat After Me: Dance Program Evaluation For The Friendship Circle, Michelle Sire
Repeat After Me: Dance Program Evaluation For The Friendship Circle, Michelle Sire
Honors Projects
Approximately 1 in 6 children in the United States are diagnosed with one or more developmental disabilities or delays (Boyle et al., 2011). Although the number of therapeutic approaches for children with developmental disabilities has increased, no single treatment or combination of treatments is effective in relieving symptoms for all individuals (Scharoun, Reinders, Bryden & Fletcher, 2014). Therefore, there is a need to continue to explore alternative therapeutic methods. Research over the past twenty years has found dance/movement therapy (DMT) to be an effective form of treatment for children with special needs, specifically in terms of functioning and well-being. However, …
Dancing Through Life: Dance As Physical Therapy To Prevent Falls, Salon Gegel
Dancing Through Life: Dance As Physical Therapy To Prevent Falls, Salon Gegel
Honors Projects
The basis of this project was to create a series of dance-based exercise activities to be used as part of an exercise class for elderly people who are classified as fall risks. The idea was to approach exercise through a medium that was convenient and versatile for the class leader, while being comfortable and fun for participants. The activities were developed and presented over the course of the six-week P.L.A.C.E. Program, held at the Montessori School of Bowling Green. Participants met four times to take part in a guided exercise class, and enjoy other activities. At these sessions, participants were …