This practical course will focus on the study and performance of 17th- and 18th-century vocal repertoire from an historically aware perspective. Matters of style, ornamentation, word painting, and intonation will be applied to a variety of styles, including solo arias, madrigals, and motets, both sacred and secular. The class will be conducted in a master class format. Every other week we will focus on solo repertoire from oratorio and opera. Alternate weeks will be devoted to ensemble repertoire. An end-of-year public concert will be arranged.