DMS 112 - Community:Contra Dance

Institution:

Allegheny College

Subject:

Description:

Students attend a weekly 2 1/2 hour community dance on campus with live music. A series of particular dance steps are taught to focus on the development of body movement, coordination, and aerobic endurance. Two lecture/discussion sessions examine: 1) the historical development of this dance form (from 18th century America to the present day) and 2) the music form that accompanies this type of dance. A mandatory fieldtrip to a regional dance is required towards the end of the semeter. Credit: One semester hour."

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.allegheny.edu

Phone Number:

(814) 332-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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