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DANCE 264

Music for Dancers

Dance College of Fine Arts and Communications

Course Description

Practical application of musical theory related to dance performance, pedagogy, and choreography.

When Taught

Fall and Winter

Grade Rule

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

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

1

Fixed

2

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Performance Outcomes

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate an understanding of basic musical concepts through physical movement.

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Performance Outcomes

Learning Outcome

Acquire improved awareness of his/her physical responses to music.

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Teaching Outcomes

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate the ability to utilize music appropriately in the technique class and collaborate with musicians.

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Teaching/Choreography Outcomes

Learning Outcome

Demonstrate musical awareness by creating appropriate movement to odd meter music and binary/ternary rhythms. 

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Choreography Outcomes

Learning Outcome

Acquire improved listening skills to use music to stage or create choreography