DANC 143L - Belly Dance

Institution:

Santa Fe Community College

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Description:

This course introduces dancers to Middle Eastern (Belly) Dance, or Raks Sharqui, using the basic steps, movements and rhythms of Turkish, Egyptian and pan-North African dance forms. Students study a choreography that includes many Basic steps and arm movements, as well as experiment with taxim or solo improvisation. The course focuses on posture and presence, strength in technique, confidence in performance and improvisation, and identification of basic rhythms and styles of the music and dance. There is a simple introduction to zils, or finger cymbals, and veil dancing. Each class period includes both technical and personal work, encouraging each dancer to find individual style and internal connection within this beautiful form of dance. May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit. Variable credit. Offered: Occasionally.

Credits:

1.00 - 2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sfcc.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 428-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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