WST 190 - Middle Eastern Dance:Folkloric/Bedouin

Institution:

University of Rochester

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Description:

This course will explore Traditional Folkloric roots of Middle Eastern Dance, focusing on specific Bedouin dance styles of North Africa (Raks Shaabi). These dance forms will consist of Moroccan, Tunisian, Algerian, and Egyptian Folkloric styles. Rhythms from within these regions will be identified through music and drumming. Traditional costuming will be addressed and shown in class and history, art, and culture from these countries will be explored and experienced. Discourse and research topics will address issues of gender and body image. Improving strength, flexibility and self-awareness of the body, the class work will include meditative movement, dance technique, choreography and improvisation. No prior dance experience necessary.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rochester.edu

Phone Number:

(888) 822-2256

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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