PERFORMING ABILITIES OF A STUDENT VOCALIST AND THEIR CLASSIFICATION

Three methodological approaches to studying the concept of "abilities" are identified. According to the first methodological approach, the classification of abilities according to the hierarchical principle is considered, according to the principle of acquiring knowledge and abilities, according to the nature of the activity. According to the second methodological approach, the classification of abilities according to the degree of their involvement in the activity process, the division of interpretative-performance abilities into two types of skills, as well as the classification of musical-creative abilities are considered. According to the third methodological approach, the characteristic properties of abilities are outlined, the classification of abilities by type, conditions and purpose of activity is considered, as well as the division of abilities into three groups.owledge → communicative abilities → communication skills → complexcommunicative abilities)knowledge → communicative abilities → communication skills → complexcommunicative abilities)knowledge → communicative abilities → communication skills → complexcommunicative abilities)Key words: theoretical knowledge, performing abilities and skills, ability to self-regulate emotional state, student vocalist, preparation for stage performances.