THR 263 - Jazz Dance Technique I

Institution:

Concordia University-Saint Paul

Subject:

Description:

This course introduces and practices the basic movement, dance terminology and style of jazz dance technique, focusing on stretch, strength, body awareness, rhythmic ability, and coordination. An appreciation and study of the origins and evolution of jazz dance, along with its major contributors, is emphasized. The technique class focuses on jazz dance vocabulary and steps, isolations, center combinations, and across the floor patterns. Students learn a choreographed jazz dance and perform in a final student showcase.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.csp.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 641-8278

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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