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DANCE 487

Theory and Notation of International Latin Dance

Dance College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Theory and notation of International Latin Dance and preparation for professional teaching certification examinations.

When Taught

Winter Odd Years

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

0

Fixed

4

Title

Technical Codification of International Style Cha-Cha, Samba

Learning Outcome

1. Students will find coherence in technical codification of International Style Cha-Cha, Samba Rumba Paso Doble, and Jive

Title

Technical Evaluation

Learning Outcome

3. Students will be able to correctly articulate and deliver the technical information as required for a future professional examination the following categories: Feet Positions, Alignment, Amount of Turn, Footwork

Title

Figures and Routines

Learning Outcome

4. Students will be able to successfully amalgamate school figures into a cohesive routine.

Title

Bronze and Silver Level Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, a

Learning Outcome

2. Students will be able to demonstrate with technical clarity the man and woman's part of Bronze and Silver level school figures of the Cha-Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive