Vocal Techniques Ensemble

Vocal Techniques meets on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. It is structured in a lab format and is led by Stephanie Kramer. It covers the foundations of singing, basic pedagogy, diction/phonetics, practice routines, and performance tips designed to prepare students for more in-depth individual voice instruction. There will be opportunity to sing a variety of repertoire during class time using the skills covered. This course is also useful for pianists interested in vocal accompanying. All interested University of Waterloo students are welcome to sign up for a brief information session.  Ensemble size is limited to 25 with priority given to students enrolled in a music studio course and students taking it for credit. Acceptance into Vocal Techniques is by an audition interview and at the discretion of the instructor.  This ensemble may only be taken once. No prior knowledge required.
Vocal Techniques will be offered again in Fall 2024.

1. Participant form

To participate in Vocal Techniques you need to fill out the Participant form (closed, class is full)  There is no LEARN for Ensembles, so this is a crucial step.  If you have any questions please email Angelica Allen, Ensemble Coordinator. 

2.  Audition/Open House Info Session

The Open House info session will be held on September 6, 2023, starting at 7pm for Music students and 7:30 for non-music students. Both the class and the auditions take place in CGUC room 1208. Please sign up for one of the slots. Information Session slots

3.  Quest

Register on Quest if you are taking the Ensemble for credit.  Please note that MUSIC 416 and 417 have been added to the Ensemble Course list.  Also note it is your responsibility to drop the course on Quest if you do not pass the audition or choose not to participate.  An Ensemble credit is 0.25 units AND you can add this on a normal course load or ask your advisor for permission to override your course limit.

View Credit sequence →

4. Course requirements

Additional Resources:

Library Music Subject Guide →

If you would like to provide feedback, Vocal Techniques Evaluation Form Fall 2023 (closed)