A practical study of the principles of bel canto between c. 1750 and c. 1830 in the music of Handel, Mozart, Rossini, and others. Topics include phrasing, ornamentation, register, legato, staccato, messa di voce, tempo rubato, accent and emphasis, recitative and air.

Prerequisite(s): Music 1710F/G and Music 2710F/G or Music 2711F/G

Extra Information: 1 lecture hour, 2 laboratory hours (practicum).