THR 465 - Dance History II

Institution:

Concordia University-Saint Paul

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Description:

This course examines some of the influential choreographers and works of the 20th Century from the early pioneers of modern dance such as Loie Fuller, Isadora Duncan, Ruth St. Denis, and Doris Humphrey, through post modernism and the works of major contributors such as George Balanchine, Martha Graham, Alvin Ailey, Merce Cunningham, Twyla Tharp, Mark Morris, and others. Areas of study, through viewing, reading, lecture and discussion, and research projects include dance criticism, identification of 20th Century dance themes, aesthetics, music, and styles.

Credits:

2.00

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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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