A voz desejante: Trilhas e pistas para uma pedagogia da voz

Abstract

This research outlines a proposal for a theoretical-practical vocal pedagogy intertwined with the author's teaching and theatrical experience, spanning from her undergraduate studies in Performing Arts to her development and refinement as a vocal practitioner, covering 13 years of voice-related experiences. It is also grounded in knowledge from dance, music, somatic education, as well as philosophy, weaving what is referred to in the thesis as the "desiring voice." In this context, the creation, development, and analysis of practices conducted in rehearsal rooms in 2019 during her teaching internship within the Laboratório de Criação (Creation Laboratory) course at the Federal University of Bahia are presented. Additionally, workshops conducted in partnership with the Teatro Vila Velha between 2019 and 2022 are discussed. The hypothesis is that, due to the multiplicity and diversity of artistic languages found in the contemporary scene, the performer works at the limits of their own being, demanding different modes of activation and listening, revealing practices that creatively encompass their physical and sensory body. Given this, this thesis presents the foundations, general aspects, poetics, as well as the methodological structure of such vocal practice, aiming to enhance the performer's perception and sensitivity within the context demanded by contemporary theater. This journey reveals the voice as a dance act, resonating the uniqueness of individuals and presenting itself as an enunciative act.