DANCE 340R
Contemporary Modern Dance, Technique and Theory 3
Dance
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Intermediate-advanced contemporary modern dance technique and theory.
When Taught
Fall, Winter, Spring
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
1.5
Fixed
2.5
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Dance 243R or equivalent; by audition.
Title
Dance Performance Artistry
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate increased dance performance artistry in:
sequence mastery
musicality
expressivity
personal interpretation
nuance
ensemble
Title
Intermediate/Advanced Modern Dance Technical Proficiency
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate intermediate/advanced Modern dance technical proficiency in
whole body connectivity
strength & flexibility
breath initiation and support
consistent core support
functional alignment
balance & coordination
groundedness and weight sensing
shape clarity, spatial accuracy and range
focus
rhythmic accuracy
articulation
dynamic contrast
complex movement skills
Title
Technical and Performance Skill Analysis
Learning Outcome
Describe, assess and write about demonstrated achievement of technical and performance skill
Title
Applying Feedback
Learning Outcome
Show sustained application of feedback from assessments
Title
Contemporary/Modern Dance as an Art Form
Learning Outcome
Articulate understanding of Contemporary/Modern dance as an art form
Title
Dance and Gospel Principles
Learning Outcome
Articulate dance connections to gospel principles mind, body and spirit
Title
Technical and Performance Skill Analysis
Learning Outcome
Describe, assess and write about demonstrated achievement of technical and performance skill
Title
Contemporary/Modern Dance as an Art Form
Learning Outcome
Articulate understanding of Contemporary/Modern dance as an art form
Title
Dance and Gospel Principles
Learning Outcome
Articulate dance connections to gospel principles mind, body and spirit
Title
Applying Feedback
Learning Outcome
Show sustained application of feedback from assessments
Title
Intermediate/Advanced Contemporary Dance Technical Proficiency
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate intermediate/advanced Contemporary dance technical proficiency in
whole body connectivity
strength & flexibility
breath initiation and support
consistent core support
functional alignment
balance & coordination
groundedness and weight sensing
shape clarity, spatial accuracy and range
focus
rhythmic accuracy
articulation
dynamic contrast
complex movement skills
