Formation of Student’s Vocal Performance Skills in the Academic Singing Class

Abstract

The purpose of the research is to outline the principles and systematize the information on the formation of vocal and performance skills of academic singers in voice training classes in the context of their own experience, studying the experience of Solomiya Krushelnytska’s work with beginner singers, Alexander’s technique and Estill Voice Training. The research methodology is based on the following methods: analysis of various vocal techniques in the field of vocal art, which made it possible to study and determine the principles of forming the vocal and performance skills of an academic vocal student, as well as methods of generalization and systematization, historical and personal experience, which made it possible to outline the principles of forming skills in the academic vocal. In the course of analyzing the professional literature, the music-theoretical and source studies methods were applied. Scientific novelty of the research. Based on an in-depth study of S. Krushelnytska’s methodology, Alexander’s technique, and Estill Voice Training, the author presents her own practical experience in the context of the importance of developing vocal skills from the musicological and performing point of view. Conclusions. The study of vocal skills is based on various methods, among which we can distinguish the method of S. Krushelnytska, Alexander’s technique and Estill Voice Training. Each of these methods focuses on the development of certain aspects of vocal art and provides tools for developing various elements of vocal technique, such as the respiratory system, body posture, and vocal cords. Mastering professional knowledge and skills is a prerequisite for the further professional growth of vocal students, enabling them to develop their vocal skills, expand their repertoire, and realize their creative potential in various styles of vocal art.