
VOCAL ACADEMY
Centurion
Thank you for your interest in vocal training.
The classes focus on correct vocal technique to develop the student’s maximum vocal performance and ability.
The singing method used is the Eve Boswell Voice Production Method, which is presented by Damelin College (since 1998 - then Allenby Campus). Candidates have the opportunity to enter for the Eve Boswell Vocal Examination and will receive the certificate according to the level of exam. Students can also public exposure by participating in talent competitions, eisteddfods and annual concerts and occasional audio recordings.
Vocal technique will develop the voice to a skillful, powerful and trained instrument.
Technique studies consist of the following:
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Voice Warm-up sequences
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Vocal Exercises to train the ear and intonation
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Vocal Exercises to improve flexibility and agility
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Vocal Exercises to teach volume control
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Vocal Exercises to teach how to switch between vocal registers
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Breathing Exercises (Diaphragmatic Intercostal Breathing)
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Breathing drills
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Microphone technique
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Voice Projection
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Vocal Exercises for power singing
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Basic study of vocal physics and anatomy
The complete course consists of the following levels of study and examinations:
Beginners Course : In this course all the very important fundamentals are mastered. With these fundamental skills, a singer will have what it takes to ensure the health of the vocal mechanism and correct production of tone and voice.
Intermediate Course : In this level of vocal studies the flexibility of the voice is challenged as well as the expansion of vocal range. A thorough study of performance confidence and microphone technique is also done.
Advanced Course : During this level of studies the voice is technically challenged to a professional level of performance and control.
Teachers Qualification : Candidates who have passed the above mentioned levels of voice examinations could train as teacher in this method of voice production. Lesson plans and a portfolio of evidence is prepared during this course.