DANCE 374R
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Irish Dance Technique 2
Dance
College of Fine Arts and Communications
Course Description
Advanced Irish dance techniques and skills of selected set, ceili, and solo dances.
When Taught
Winter
Min
1
Fixed
1
Fixed
0
Fixed
3
Other Prerequisites
Dance 274R or equivalent.
Title
Correct Technique for Irish Solo and Figure Dances
Learning Outcome
1. Students will demonstrate Irish solo, set and ceili dances with correct technique.
Title
Memorize Irish Movement Patterns
Learning Outcome
2. Students will demonstrate accurate sequential movement patterns, step combinations, and rhythms
Title
Alignment, Placement, and Weight Shifts
Learning Outcome
3. Students will establish stylistically correct alignment, placement and weight shifting.
Title
Irish Music, Costumes, and History
Learning Outcome
4. Students will increase in cultural knowledge related to Irish dance music, costumes and history.
