DAN 142 - Modern Dance II

Institution:

Northern Essex Community College

Subject:

Dance

Description:

Utilizing basic dance skills from Modern Dance I, the student in Modern Dance II learns advanced techniques and skills to attain proficiency. While the emphasis is on sound technique, time is also reserved for creative activity. A study of the history of modern dance will continue with emphasis on dance figures following the era of the four pioneers. The General principles of dance technique encompass turn-out, proper alignment, weight distribution, stance, transfer of weight, squareness, pullup or lift, conterpull, counter balance, aplomb, and balance. See Dance Coordinator if you have physical limitations that may prevent you from completing these activities.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.necc.mass.edu/

Phone Number:

(978) 556-3000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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