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2.00 Credits
Elementary modern technique for the general student. The emphasis is placed on body integration, locomotor skills, dynamic variety, and musicality. Credits: 2 hours
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2.00 Credits
Elementary tap technique for the general student, emphasizing the basic terminology as well as an investigation of rhythm and improvisation as audibly produced by the feet. Some turns and stylized arm movements may be included. Credits: 2 hours
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the art of ballet, designed for dance majors and minors, primarily concerned with development of ballet technique. Emphasis is placed on basic ballet movement sequences and patterns used to develop control, balance, alignment, musicality, strength and vocabulary at the elementary level. Students will continue in DANC 1100 until advanced to DANC 2100 by the instructor. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Advisor approval. Credits: 2 hours
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students in Dance to the audio, graphics, video and other digital tools used by professionals in the arts. All instruction will be delivered on-line, and students must have a WMU email account before the first class of the semester. Course assignments will be comprised primarily of projects created in the various open computer labs within the College of Fine Arts. The course will be graded on a Credit/no Credit basis. Open only to majors in the Department of Dance. This course will fulfill the College of Fine Arts' computer literacy graduation requirement. Credits: 3 hours
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the art of jazz dance, designed for dance majors and minors, primarily concerned with development of technique. The emphasis is placed on alignment, movement isolation, rhythmic awareness, basic vocabulary and both percussive and free-flow combinations. Students will continue in DANC 1200 until advanced to DANC 2200 by the instructor. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Advisor approval. Credits: 2 hours
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the basis for the development of contemporary jazz dance forms through exposure to African dance forms and 20th Century American vernacular dance. Students will explore these forms and their interrelationships to contemporary jazz dance styles through movement explorations, videotapes, historical readings, and discussions. Emphasis will be placed on rhythm, syncopation, movement isolation, and improvisation. Live accompaniment and historic music recordings will be used for classes. Required for dance majors. Recommended for dance minors and music theatre performance majors. Not repeatable for credit. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Advisor approval. Credits: 2 hours
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6.00 Credits
A study of areas in introductory dance technique not included in regularly scheduled courses. Examples of possible topics include: African-American Dance, Music Theatre Dance Styles, Dance Technique Skill Building, Men's Ballet, and World Dance Forms. Repeatable for credit up to 6 hours. Notes: Credits: 1 to 6 hours
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to the art of modern dance, designed for dance majors and minors, primarily concerned with development of technique. The emphasis is placed on alignment, range of movement, dynamic quality, rhythmic accuracy and the application of kinesiological principles. Students will continue in DANC 1300 until advanced to DANCE 2300 by the instructor. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisite: Advisor approval. Credits: 2 hours
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the art of dance through historical and multicultural perspectives including direct experiences in the studio and viewing of live and recorded performances. Readings, lectures, videos/films, discussions, writings, and movement classes will be used to introduce the student to: non-Western dance, ballet, modern, jazz, tap and other theatrical dance forms. The course also addresses training in dance, the development of movement vocabulary, and the creative process from literal and metaphorical perspectives. Activities are designed to stimulate the perception and enjoyment of dance on a kinesthetic, musical and visual level. The course meets Area I, Fine Arts, General Education requirement. Credits: 3 hours
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4.00 Credits
A course that uses a direct approach to introduce students to their cultural world by guiding them through first-hand experiences in a number of arts: cinema, photography, theater, sculpture, music, poetry, dance, and architecture. Classroom discussions are held following the students' participation in the various art events scheduled each semester, with students expected to write journals or response papers about the major events of the course. There will be a course charge in lieu of textbooks. Cross-listed with ART 1480, MUS 1480, THEA 1480. May be taken only once from College of Fine Arts Departments. Credits: 4 hours
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