DAN 116 - Middle Eastern Dance I

Institution:

Greenfield Community College

Subject:

Dance

Description:

An introductory course in Middle Eastern Dance. Instruction includes the historical and social context in which the dance is traditionally performed, and general concepts of dance technique and practice. Students primarily learn Middle Eastern "Belly Dance,"whichfunctions as a form of social dance and/or entertainment.The class also studies regional or national dances, such as Lebanese debke, and dance steps to the 9/8 and 6/8 rhythms of Turkey and Armenia.Video viewing and outside-of-class reading assignments augment in-class practice. Students may earn a total of three credits in DAN 116. Prereq: None

Credits:

1.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.gcc.mass.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 775-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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