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3.00 Credits
Course introduces students to physical characteristics, aesthetics, and functions of dance in a variety of cultures and historical periods. In addition to offering cross-cultural perspectives on dance, this course helps young dancers understand their contributions to that world. Topics include: dance as cultural identity, dance as expression of the individual, dance as worship, and dance as a part of political power. Through readings, lectures, discussions, and extensive viewing of filmed and live performance, students come to understand dance as a rich human activity with many different manifestations and applications. 3 CREDITS COREQUISITES: 33-1351 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE STUDIES
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3.00 Credits
Western Dance History introduces major dance movements, choreographers, and performers who have shaped and developed Western Concert dance from the 17th century to present day. The course focuses on the development of ballet, modern, and dance forms influenced by the African Diaspora. Course outcomes include understanding and appreciating dance as an art form. Emphasis will be placed on examining the culture and identity of the dance makers and performers by observing the climate of ideas, the scale of values, and the socio-political conditions that influenced the development of Western Dance. 3 CREDITS PREREQUISITES:33-2342 CROSS-CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES ON DANCE COREQUISITES: 33-1351 INTRODUCTION TO DANCE STUDIES
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3.00 Credits
This course develops dancers' understanding of music and dance in relation to each other. Particular focus is given to developing practical rhythmic skills. Through regular written and movement exercises students develop proficiency using verbal counting systems to analyze, perform and teach movement materials while also learning to read, write and perform standard rhythmic notation. Approximately one in three class meetings will use lecture, discussion, listening and viewing activities to introduce musical concepts and examine a variety of contemporary musical styles. Music will also be explored in relationship to dancemaking processes including consideration of historic music and dance collaborations. 3 CREDITS PREREQUISITES:33-1381 DANCEMAKING 1 COREQUISITES: 33-2312 MODERN TECHNIQUE II
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3.00 Credits
Dancemaking II is a practical exploration of a variety of processes and elements that may be used in making dances. Students will create their own dance studies in response to a variety of assigned choreographic exercises. Topics will include elements such as space, time, shape, and dynamics, and processes such as abstraction, thematic development, and revision. Improvisation will be employed to initiate exploration of concepts but ultimately work will be set into fixed, repeatable form. Students will engage in critiques of their own and others' work and are expected to work rigorously and imaginatively to expand in new directions. 3 CREDITS PREREQUISITES:33-1381 DANCEMAKING I
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3.00 Credits
With guidance from a faculty mentor, each student creates an original dance work, five to seven minutes in length, and brings the piece to performance in a formal setting. The student is responsible for producing a well-rehearsed piece that demonstrates invention and informed choices. Participants will title, costume, and provide a sound score for their piece; will collaborate with a lighting designer; and will provide program information for the work that will be presented in concert at the Dance Center. Students are evaluated on the artistic success of their final product and the professionalism of their preparations and process. 3 CREDITS PREREQUISITES:33-3383 DANCEMAKING III
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3.00 Credits
Concert Production is a broad survey of the tasks and processes involved in producing dance as a theatrical event. Emphasis is placed on the relationship of production elements to the choreographic concept or artistic vision and the experience of producing from an administrative, artistic, design, and technical level. A wide range of subject matter is covered including: collaborations with artistic and technical personnel, programming, performance spaces, basics of publicity, grant writing, budgeting, costuming, lighting, sound, video, and practical experience on an actual production. Students gain essential background information as well as practical experience related to the people processes, equipment, and backstage operations that support live performance. Through written work, discussions, and practical projects, students develop a model dance production plan from initial conception to full theatrical completion. 3 CREDITS PREREQUISITES:33-3383 DANCEMAKING III
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Directed Studies are learning activities involving student independence within the context of regular guidance and direction from a faculty advisor. Directed Studies are appropriate for students who wish to explore a subject beyond what is possible in regular courses or for students who wish to engage in a subject or activity not otherwise offered that semester by the College. They involve close collaboration with a faculty advisor who will assist in development and design of the project, oversee its progress, evaluate the final results, and submit a grade. 1-6 CREDITS
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1.00 Credits
Course is intended for students with significant skills and experience in jazz dance. Instruction focuses on performance qualities, dynamics, varied movement qualities, and strong versatile technique. Knee pads and jazz shoes are required. 1 CREDIT PREREQUISITES:33-2232 JAZZ DANCE II
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1.00 Credits
Course develops technical proficiency of more complex dance materials while addressing qualitative aspects of performance. Movement patterning becomes increasingly complex with higher expectations for execution. Personal habits are addressed as students' understanding, range, and body control mature. Instruction increases focus given to concepts of quality, musicality, and spatial clarity. Students are expected to be more self-directed toward their goals. Students must audition for placement at this level. 1 CREDIT PREREQUISITES:33-2312 MODERN TECHNQIUE II
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1.00 Credits
Course may be taken only concurrently with Modern Technique III (33-3313). See that course for description. 1 CREDIT CONCURRRENT: 33-3313 MODERN TECHNIQUE III
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