Directorate
of Visiting Research Professor Programme
Anthony
Gonsalves Chair in Western Music
and
Portuguese & Lusophone Studies Program
Shenoi Goembab School of Languages and Literature
Goa University
Course on
“PRO-129-An introduction to the Fado”
Credit:
01 Credit (12 Contact hours: 25 marks)
Ms Sonia Shirsat
From: 08th
February to 14th February 2023
Participants: Any
post-graduate student at the Goa University is welcome to register. Course is
open and free for students & general public, but registration is
compulsory.
Students
at Goa University who would like to earn credit are requested to go through the
syllabus, teaching and evaluation details.
Participation
Certificate will be issued to all those who maintain minimum 75% attendance for
the course.
COURSE SCHEDULE
Session 1 – 08th February, 2.30 – 5.00 pm
Session 2 – 09th February, 2.30 – 5.00 pm
Session 3 – 10th February, 2.30 – 5.00 pm
Session 4 – 13th February, 2.30 – 5.00 pm
Session 5 – 14th February, 2.30 – 5.00 pm
Venue: Seminar Hall, Directorate Building,
Block D
Goa University
For
detail and online Registration: https://forms.gle/Dw6FxknrzeUgRB4d8
Course
Coordinator: Prof.
Loraine Alberto
Prof.
Savita Kerkar
Director,
VRPP
(vrpp@unigoa.ac.in)
Syllabus:
Course Name: Fado- A Semi Classical Urban Folksong ( 1 Credit Course)*
Significance
of the Course:
Fado is a music
genre that came to Goa in the late 1800s. It has been a part of the Goan music
repertoire for a very long time.
World music, in
the recent times, has brought about a musically colourful mixture of various
genres in different languages and from different cultures. Be it Arabic,
African, Korean or any other.
It is therefore
important that the art form of Fado, which has been in Goa for centuries, be
protected and promoted for the future generations in Goa and India. The course
has been designed specially for students whose first language might not be
Portuguese, and/or, who do not have a deep knowledge of music.
Learning
outcome.
·
the
student will understand the music genre of Fado along with its history, growth,
international stance as well as the basic nuances of this art form.
·
The
student will also be able to sing 2 fados , in 2 styles, with proper
understanding of the style and meaning of the poem. Pronunciation will also be
worked on as Fado is in Portuguese.
·
The
student will also develop the skill of singing the Fado
Structure of
the Course.
4 Modules: Theory
6 hours, Practicum 6 hours.
*Note: Knowledge
of music or Portuguese language is not mandatory.
Module
1 [3 hours]
1.1 Concept
of Fado. Theory 1 hour
Definition, Categorisation,
Nature of Fado. Recognition by UNESCO. Theories of origin of Fado. Influences
from Spain, Brazil, Africa, Arabic world, and Portugal itself.
1.2 Growth
of the Fado Theory 1 hour
Growth and
decline through the centuries, Social and Political influences and controls,
Comparative study of the growth of Fado in Portugal and Goa.
1.3
Introduction Lisbon style Fado. Practicum 1 hour
Background and importance, meaning and gist of
the poem with translation, pronunciation, singing and practice of the Lisbon
style fado.
Module
2 [3 hours]
2.1 Types, Styles
and Themes of Fado. Theory 1 hour
Traditional
classification, Fado Canção, modern Fado, Lisbon style, Coimbra style, common
themes of fado.
2.2 Practice of Lisbon style fado Practicum
1 hour
Clarification of
doubts and pronunciation practice and group singing.
2.3
Introduction to Coimbra style fado.
Practicum 1 hour
Background and importance,
meaning of the poem with translation, pronunciation, singing and practise of the
Coimbra style fado
Module 3
[3 hours]
3.1 Various Fado
Elements Theory 1 hour
The instruments
that accompany the Fado. Names, structure,
and role of each instrument. Casa de fado, meaning and importance, layout, and
decor. Fadista, meaning and usage of the term.
3.2 Important Exponents of the Fado.
Theory 1 hour
·
Maria
Severa.
o Life story, Count of Vimioso, A Severa-the
movie.
·
Amalia
Rodrigues.
o Life story, international career and her
influence on the folksong.
3.3 Practice of Coimbra style fado.
Practicum 1 hour
Clarification of
doubts and pronunciation of second fado, practice and group singing.
Module 4 [3
hours]
4.1 Professional
singing Practice
session of both Fados with musician Practicum 1 hour
Encourage
individual singing. final clarifications before evaluation.
4.2 Written
Evaluation Theory
1 hour
Students will
answer a written exam paper based on all the theory topics covered in the
modules.
4.3 Oral evaluation Practicum
1 hour
Students will
sing either one or both fados taught in the course. They will be accompanied by
a musician.
REFERENCES
Gouveia,D. (2010). Ao Fado Tudo se Canta? D.G.Edições.
Lisboa.
Osório,J.M.(2005). Todos
os Fados. Edimpresa Editora Lda. Lisboa.
Régio, J.(1941). Fado.
Armenio Amado Editor- Coimbra.
Santos, V.P.(1992).
Amália, Uma estranha forma de Vida. Verbo.Portugal
Santos, V.P ( 2014). O
Fado da tua Voz- Amália e os Poetas. Bertrand Editora.Lisboa.
Sardessai, M.R.(2008) My
Song, Ma Chanson, o Meu Canto. Goa.
Varios.(2008). Fado Sempre! Ontem, Hoje e Amanhã. Difference Entertainment Lda. Portugal.
This is a Common Registration form for students as well as non-students.
Note: Course fee: Nil
Exam fee for those students taking the credit requirements and any other fees as applicable. 75% attendance is compulsory for course completion.
(Schedule may undergo change. Please refer to website
www.unigoa.ac.in/vrpp for latest updates)
To,
The Programme Director,
Disciple of Portuguese
Goa University
Declaration: This application also constitutes my commitment to do the required reading and participation in discussions. .
For students: This is an application to register for the above Course. By filling this form I hereby declare that I wish to register for the Optional One Credit Course offered by the Department of Portuguese for the academic year 2022-23. Kindly forward my application to Head, Department of Portuguese.
Being an electronic application, my submission of this form constitutes my request signature
Yours faithfully.
