DANCE 241R

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Contemporary Modern Dance, Technique and Theory 2

Dance College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Intermediate contemporary modern dance technique and theory.

When Taught

Fall, Winter, Summer

Min

1

Fixed/Max

1

Fixed

0

Fixed

3

Note

This course is required for entry into the dance program.

Title

Appreciating the Human Body

Learning Outcome

1. Articulate a knowledge and appreciation of the human body regarding physical function, spirituality, and as a tool of expressivity.

Title

Technical Ability

Learning Outcome

2.    Demonstrate increased technical ability in the areas of: flexibility strength endurance balance coordination phrasing dance performance skills applying the Patterns of Total Body Connectivity kinesthetic awareness of body alignment

Title

Elements of Dance

Learning Outcome

3.    Demonstrate knowledge, fundamental control, and application of the elements of dance (as defined by the BEST and BESS vocabularies).

Title

Dance Appreciation

Learning Outcome

4. Articulate an appreciation for dance as an art form.