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Department of Dance
Course Descriptions 2009 - 2011
About Course Descriptions
Courses marked with the symbol (§) before the course prefix and number fulfill the distribution requirement in physical activity.
DANCE THEORY COURSES
DAN107
DANCE APPRECIATION (s)
Introduces dance as historic, creative and communicative art form. Explores elements of dance through philosophical reading, writing, discussion, and
observation. 3 credits
DAN201
INTRODUCTION TO CHOREOGRAPHY (f)
Prerequisite: DAN145 or other instructor approved course(s) Exploration of basic elements, processes, and theories of dance making. The course stresses
innovation, focused choreographic concepts, and creation of dances that include a variety of expressive movement qualities and interesting visual elements
that complement the performer(s). 3 credits
DAN202
CREATIVE MOVEMENT FOR CHILDREN (s)
Development of, practical teaching of, and reflection on curriculum for children’s creative movement classes. Students will develop and teach lesson plans
incorporating movement concepts and core curriculum subjects (math, language arts, science, etc.). Includes observation and practice teaching of peers and
children. 3 credits
DAN205
DANCE HISTORY I (xf)
Survey of the development of Western Theatrical Dance forms from European Court Dances to trends in the current century, as well as American dance forms from
the early twentieth century to the present. 3 credits
DAN206
DANCE HISTORY II (xf)
Survey of the development of world dance forms from ancient civilizations to modern tribal cultures, from religious, folk, and traditional dance forms to
contemporary aesthetic performances. 3 credits
DANCE TECHNIQUE COURSES
May be repeated for credit. Two or three hours per week. 1 Credit.1 credit
100-level courses: emphasis on development of basic skill, strength, control, flexibility and rhythmic awareness. Performance of simple dance phrases using fundamentals.
200-level courses: emphasis on increased technical abilities, complex movement combinations, exploration of movement problems and concentration on demands of performance.
§DAN111
BEGINNING BALLET (fs)
Fundamentals of ballet technique, intended for those with little or no ballet experience. Etiquette, introductory skills, and vocabulary.
§DAN121
BEGINNING JAZZ (fs)
Fundamentals of jazz dance, intended for those with little or no dance experience. Experiences in lyrical, hip hop, and more tratitional Broadway and
Hollywood styles.
§DAN131
TAP I (f)
Fundamentals of technique in tap dancing. Emphasis on rhythm and style.
§DAN132
TAP II (s)
Prerequisite: DAN131 and/or instructor permission
Further exploration of tap dance techniques.
§DAN145
IMPROVISATION (s)
Creative exploration of spontaneously generated movement.
§DAN146
BEGINNING MODERN (f)
Introduces basic elements and principles of modern dance. Various styles explored.
§DAN161
BALLROOM DANCE (y)
Development of knowledge and skill in ballroom dancing. Introduces basic steps of foxtrot, waltz, cha cha and swing. May not be repeated for credit.
§DAN211
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED BALLET (fs)
Prerequisite: DAN111 and/or instructor permission
Intermediate/advanced level ballet technique course. Intended for those with previous ballet training.
§DAN221
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED JAZZ (fs)
Prerequisite: DAN121 and/or instructor permission
Intermediate/advanced level jazz technique course. Intended for those with previous dance training.
§DAN245
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED MODERN (f)
Prerequisite: DAN146 and/or instructor permission
Intermediate/advanced level modern dance technique course. Intended for those with previous
training.
Current Special Topics include:
§DAN192
Musical Theater Dance
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